Fish and Game Wardens in Arizona make a median of $45,000 a year, or about $21.64 an hour. The range runs from $36K at the entry level to $64K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Arizona. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Fish and Game Wardens salary percentiles in Arizona: 10th percentile $36,410, 25th percentile $38,840, median $45,000, 75th percentile $58,570, 90th percentile $63,520. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level fish and game wardens (10th percentile) start around $36K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $64K or more, a $27K spread from bottom to top.
How much do fish and game wardens make in Arizona?▼
The median is $45,000 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,410, and experienced fish and game wardens can clear $63,520. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Arizona?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,089/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,437/month, which eats 46.5% 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 fish and game wardens 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 fish and game wardens salary is worth about $46,676 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do fish and game wardens 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.
