Couriers and Messengers Salary in Arizona
Couriers and Messengers in Arizona make a median of $37,220 a year, or about $17.89 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $45K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arizona. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Arizona?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arizona
Entry-level couriers and messengers (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $45K or more, a $15K spread from bottom to top.
Couriers and Messengers salary by metro in Arizona
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $38K | +2% | 770 |
| Tucson | $36K | -3% | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do couriers and messengers make in Arizona?
The median is $37,220 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,850, and experienced couriers and messengers can clear $44,620. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Arizona?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,584/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,437/month, which eats 55.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a couriers and messengers salary go in Arizona?
Arizona has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median couriers and messengers salary is worth about $38,606 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do couriers and messengers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.