How Much Workers' Comp Pays in Utah
How Utah calculates weekly workers' comp benefits, the current maximum, the waiting period and permanent disability.
Short answer: Temporary total disability is 66⅔% of the employee's average weekly wage at the time of injury, up to 100% of the state average weekly wage, and not less than $45 per week plus $20 for a dependent spouse and $20 for each dependent child under 18 (up to four), but not more than the… Utah Code § 34A-2-410
| Weekly benefit rate | Temporary total disability is 66⅔% of the employee's average weekly wage at the time of injury, up to 100% of the state average weekly wage, and not less than $45 per week plus $20 for a dependent spouse and $20 for each dependent child under 18 (up to four), but not more than the employee's own average weekly wage. Benefits may not exceed 312 weeks within 12 years of the injury. Source: Utah Code § 34A-2-410 |
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| Maximum weekly benefit | For injuries from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, the state average weekly wage is $1,376. Maximum weekly benefits are $1,376 for temporary total and temporary partial disability, $917 for permanent partial disability, and $1,169 for permanent total disability and death benefits. The minimum is $45 per week plus $20 per dependent spouse and child (up to the limits described above). |
| How long benefits last | Temporary total disability benefits are paid as long as the disability is total, but may not exceed 312 weeks over a period of 12 years from the date of injury. Temporary partial disability benefits likewise may not exceed 312 weeks and may not continue more than 12 years after the injury. Permanent total disability benefits have an initial 312-week entitlement; for injuries on or after July 1, 1994, the insurer or self-insured employer is responsible for lifetime permanent total benefits. |
| Waiting period | No compensation is paid for the first three days after the injury, unless temporary total disability lasts more than 14 days, in which case the first three days are also paid. Medical, hospital and funeral expenses are payable from the first day. The Labor Commission notes the waiting period does not apply to temporary partial payments. |
| Permanent disability | Permanent partial disability is paid when a doctor finds the worker has reached medical stability with a permanent impairment, based on an impairment rating, at 66⅔% of the average weekly wage up to 66⅔% of the state average weekly wage. Permanent total disability is paid when the worker cannot return to former work or any other reasonably available work; for the first 312 weeks it is 66⅔% of the average weekly wage up to 85% of the state average weekly wage, and for injuries on or after July 1, 1994 the insurer or self-insured employer is responsible for lifetime benefits. |
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FAQ
How much does workers' comp pay in Utah?
Temporary total disability is 66⅔% of the employee's average weekly wage at the time of injury, up to 100% of the state average weekly wage, and not less than $45 per week plus $20 for a dependent spouse and $20 for each dependent child under 18 (up to four), but not more than the employee's own average weekly wage. Benefits may not exceed 312 weeks within 12 years of the injury.
What is the maximum workers' comp benefit in Utah?
For injuries from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, the state average weekly wage is $1,376. Maximum weekly benefits are $1,376 for temporary total and temporary partial disability, $917 for permanent partial disability, and $1,169 for permanent total disability and death benefits. The minimum is $45 per week plus $20 per dependent spouse and child (up to the limits described above).
How long can you receive workers' comp in Utah?
Temporary total disability benefits are paid as long as the disability is total, but may not exceed 312 weeks over a period of 12 years from the date of injury. Temporary partial disability benefits likewise may not exceed 312 weeks and may not continue more than 12 years after the injury. Permanent total disability benefits have an initial 312-week entitlement; for injuries on or after July 1, 1994, the insurer or self-insured employer is responsible for lifetime permanent total benefits.
Is there a waiting period for workers' comp in Utah?
No compensation is paid for the first three days after the injury, unless temporary total disability lasts more than 14 days, in which case the first three days are also paid. Medical, hospital and funeral expenses are payable from the first day. The Labor Commission notes the waiting period does not apply to temporary partial payments.
How does permanent disability work under workers' comp in Utah?
Permanent partial disability is paid when a doctor finds the worker has reached medical stability with a permanent impairment, based on an impairment rating, at 66⅔% of the average weekly wage up to 66⅔% of the state average weekly wage. Permanent total disability is paid when the worker cannot return to former work or any other reasonably available work; for the first 312 weeks it is 66⅔% of the average weekly wage up to 85% of the state average weekly wage, and for injuries on or after July 1, 1994 the insurer or self-insured employer is responsible for lifetime benefits.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.