Economists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $79,610 -31% vs national
Median hourly $38.28
10th percentile $71,230
90th percentile $110,050
National median $115,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,230
    25th
    $79,610
    50th (median)
    $79,610
    75th
    $79,610
    90th
    $110,050

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Economists salary vs area income 117% Median Economists salary is 17% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Economists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $168,850
    District of Columbia $162,610
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $157,980
    Virginia $148,010
    New York $142,300
    Maryland $137,610

    Nearby metros — Economists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $104,010

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    OccupationMedian salary
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    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Economists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Economists in Tucson, AZ is $38.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.91 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Economists salaries?

    The median Economists salary in Tucson, AZ is 31% below the national median of $115,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Economists in Tucson?

    Entry-level Economists (10th percentile) earn around $71,230 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,610.