Printing Press Operators Salary in Arizona
The median pay for a printing press operators in Arizona is $41,900/year ($20.15/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $34K at the entry level to $59K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arizona. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $42K get you in Arizona?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arizona
Entry-level printing press operators (10th percentile) start around $34K. Mid-career wages sit at $42K. Top earners bring in $59K or more, a $24K spread from bottom to top.
Printing Press Operators salary by metro in Arizona
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $42K | +1% | 2,320 |
| Tucson | $40K | -5% | 260 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $40K | -6% | 110 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do printing press operators make in Arizona?
The median is $41,900 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $34,410, and experienced printing press operators can clear $58,720. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $42K enough to live in Arizona?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,888/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,437/month, which eats 49.8% 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 printing press operators 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 printing press operators salary is worth about $43,460 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do printing press operators 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.