The Utah Chamber, in partnership with the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the July 2026 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to inform business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers.
“Utah added more than 26,000 jobs over the past year and ranked third highest among states for job growth,” said Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Utah Chamber. “That kind of strength is what keeps our economy resilient when the national picture stays mixed. It’s also a reminder to continue investing in our workforce and creating the opportunities that make Utah a place where people want to come and contribute.”
Three essential insights from the July 2026 Roadmap to Prosperity Dashboard include:
- Despite employment declines in four of Utah’s 11 major industries, total employment grew 1.5%. Professional and business services expanded the most, growing 4.7% from June 2025 to June 2026. In total, Utah added more than 26,000 jobs and ranked third highest among states in percentage employment change.
- Headline inflation fell from 4.2% in May to 3.4% in July as energy prices eased. Ongoing volatility related to the Iran war threatens further reductions in inflation. Over time, raised energy prices may feed into higher prices of other goods and services.
- Year-to-date passenger traffic at Salt Lake City International Airport grew 2.2% relative to 2025. Through June, the airport served 14.3 million passengers, up from 14.0 million a year earlier. Utah’s travel industry continues to grow, in part due to increased airport capacity.
The Dashboard is updated monthly, providing essential insights, tracking timely and leading measures, and sharing pertinent indicators. This provides leaders with critical and timely information to make informed decisions.
“Utah’s economy continues to show underlying strength, with employment growth in most sectors providing important sources of resilience,” said Natalie Gochnour, director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, and associate dean at the David Eccles School of Business. “The broader economic picture remains uncertain with a variety of mixed signals. As the Fed holds steady, but questions linger, and oil prices rise and fall, I expect the U.S. and Utah economies to be fundamentally sound but to operate at a more measured pace.”
To view the dashboard, click here.
