Top Paying Jobs in Arizona
Arizona has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 298,630 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologists ($470,640), Surgeons, All Other ($415,980). The cost of living index is 96.41 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,437/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$156K
Avg. median salary
96.41
Cost of living index
$1,437
Median 2BR rent
7,523,870
Population
Highest paying careers in Arizona
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Models | Sales | $110K | $52.84/hr |
| 72 | Political Scientists | Science | $109K | $52.29/hr |
| 73 | Radiation Therapists | Healthcare | $109K | $52.29/hr |
| 74 | Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $109K | N/A |
| 75 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $108K | $52.06/hr |
| 76 | Data Scientists | Technology | $107K | $51.56/hr |
| 77 | Materials Engineers | Engineering | $107K | $51.35/hr |
| 78 | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | Engineering | $106K | $51.14/hr |
| 79 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $105K | $50.6/hr |
| 80 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $105K | $50.41/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Arizona
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-3.6% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,437/mo
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