Athletes and Sports Competitors Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $33,000 -47.1% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $32,980
90th percentile $96,940
National median $62,360

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,980
    25th
    $32,980
    50th (median)
    $33,000
    75th
    $44,160
    90th
    $96,940

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Athletes and Sports Competitors salary vs area income 39% Median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary is 61% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Athletes and Sports Competitors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $214,630
    New Jersey $214,630
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $213,470
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $210,860
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $197,140
    Utah $178,920

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $65,350
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $36,330
    Graphic Designers $52,450
    Coaches and Scouts $48,000
    Interpreters and Translators $48,200
    Interior Designers $63,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Athletes and Sports Competitors make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Phoenix, AZ is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Athletes and Sports Competitors salaries?

    The median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary in Phoenix, AZ is 47.1% below the national median of $62,360. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Phoenix?

    Entry-level Athletes and Sports Competitors (10th percentile) earn around $32,980 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,980.