Epidemiologists Salary in Phoenix, AZ

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

Median annual salary $70,000 -16.6% vs national
Median hourly $33.65
10th percentile $45,950
90th percentile $82,500
Employed locally 210
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,950
    25th
    $63,400
    50th (median)
    $70,000
    75th
    $76,330
    90th
    $82,500

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 83% Median Epidemiologists salary is 17% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Epidemiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $139,670
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,390
    New Jersey $110,240
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $106,660
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670

    Nearby metros — Epidemiologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tucson, AZ $62,950

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,480
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,870
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $108,270
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,250
    School Psychologists $82,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $78,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Epidemiologists make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Phoenix, AZ is $33.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.46 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Phoenix, AZ is 16.6% below the national median of $83,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Epidemiologists in Phoenix?

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $45,950 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,400.