Arizona Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Arizona. Prices in Arizona were 0.7% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 100.7).
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | 103.3 | +3.3% |
| Arizona (statewide) | 100.7 | +0.7% |
Top Paying Occupations in Arizona
| Occupation | AZ Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $134,260 | $159,670 | -$25,410 | Phoenix, AZ |
| Software Developer | $129,690 | $135,980 | -$6,290 | Phoenix, AZ |
| Registered Nurse | $99,500 | $97,550 | +$1,950 | Phoenix, AZ |
| Financial Analyst | $93,540 | $102,740 | -$9,200 | Phoenix, AZ |
| Electrician | $61,060 | $63,190 | -$2,130 | Phoenix, AZ |
Salary by City — Arizona
4Wages and Prices in Arizona
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Arizona: Phoenix. BEA's regional price parity for it is 103.3 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 100.7.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $134,260; in Phoenix, AZ, the one metro area covered here, its median is $135,670.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Arizona.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Arizona
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $312,490 | $432,340 | 6,800 |
| Pharmacist | $146,930 | $161,970 | 6,900 |
| Sales Manager | $145,690 | $196,010 | 13,870 |
| HR Manager | $139,820 | $177,010 | 3,950 |
| Actuary | $135,870 | $170,800 | 200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,420 | $159,780 | 7,220 |
| Lawyer | $134,260 | $177,150 | 11,640 |
| Marketing Manager | $132,220 | $172,000 | 4,870 |
| Network Engineer | $130,890 | $164,990 | 3,990 |
| Software Developer | $129,690 | $159,680 | 38,050 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $125,260 | $156,460 | 3,420 |
| Construction Manager | $114,680 | $136,350 | 9,910 |
| Data Scientist | $107,240 | $134,070 | 4,560 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $107,240 | $134,070 | 4,560 |
| Cloud Architect | $105,240 | $136,990 | 5,510 |
| Database Administrator | $104,280 | $130,160 | 1,120 |
| Occupational Therapist | $103,660 | $122,900 | 2,680 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,220 | $121,100 | 5,170 |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,010 | $105,990 | 4,530 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $100,270 | $128,880 | 5,050 |
| Registered Nurse | $99,500 | $108,580 | 73,150 |
| Project Manager | $99,050 | $129,750 | 22,920 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $98,750 | $129,680 | 3,390 |
| UX Designer | $98,070 | $145,620 | 810 |
| Financial Advisor | $96,950 | $148,090 | 6,430 |
| Operations Manager | $94,800 | $149,550 | 110,480 |
| Financial Analyst | $93,540 | $120,250 | 5,940 |
| Business Analyst | $93,310 | $123,470 | 17,190 |
| DevOps Engineer | $90,280 | $113,420 | 5,810 |
| Civil Engineer | $89,660 | $109,930 | 5,940 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $89,200 | $106,920 | 4,670 |
| Accountant | $79,970 | $103,640 | 27,410 |
| Tax Manager | $79,970 | $103,640 | 27,410 |
| Technical Writer | $79,780 | $100,270 | 730 |
| College Professor | $76,700 | $85,800 | 2,000 |
| Investment Banker | $74,840 | $102,600 | 14,600 |
| Plumber | $62,070 | $79,610 | 11,810 |
| Paralegal | $61,630 | $79,250 | 7,890 |
| Electrician | $61,060 | $77,060 | 21,140 |
| HVAC Technician | $59,400 | $73,810 | 10,860 |
| School Counselor | $58,250 | $68,390 | 7,330 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,590 | $63,440 | 24,240 |
| Welder | $55,600 | $65,660 | 7,270 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,940 | $48,450 | 21,460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Arizona?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Arizona at $134,260 per year, followed by Software Developer at $129,690. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Arizona compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Arizona at 100.7 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 0.7% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Phoenix, AZ 103.3.