Utah’s manufacturing base spans advanced materials, medical devices, aerospace parts, and consumer products, backed by a pipeline of workers from the state’s technical colleges and universities. It contributed nearly $25 billion to Utah’s GDP last quarter, according to the Federal Reserve.
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Manufacturing Powers One-Tenth of Utah's Economy
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Utah Ranks Among the Best for Manufacturing Job Growth
247K+
Manufacturing and distribution employees statewide (2025)
13.5%
Manufacturing and distribution employment growth over five years
32K+
Jobs across three manufacturing specialties
3.8%
Union membership rate, fifth-lowest in the nation (2025)
#1
State for economic outlook, 19 years running (ALEC, 2026)
utah supports advanced manufacturers
High Tech In The Crossroads Of The West
Seamless supply chain links
Manufacture locally, without sacrificing access to the global market, with Utah’s deep integration in international supply chains.
Local areas of excellence
Utah has a competitive advantage in several key industry sub-sectors due to our infrastructure, trained workforce, historical expertise, and community support.
More affordable labor and talent
Our high value labor force combines excellent standards of training and experience with lower cost profiles than many similar states.
Accessible education and training
Utah has an educated workforce, as 93% of the >25 population has a high school diploma, and 38% a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Favorable regulatory and tax climate
Since 2011, Utah has eliminated or eased 400+ business regulations to lighten the entrepreneurial burden.
Manufacturing Strengths Across Industries
What Sets Utah Apart
Insights from companies operating in Utah’s manufacturing industry
"From the beginning, we established successful partnerships with EDCUtah, the local community, and other parties. We’ve been able to talk about our needs, concerns, and constraints. All parties have been interested in finding win-win solutions, and we continue to receive support as we establish operations."
Jim Sliker
CEO, Central States Manufacturing
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