Epidemiologists Salary in Tucson, AZ

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

Median annual salary $62,950 -25% vs national
Median hourly $30.26
10th percentile $47,860
90th percentile $79,530
Employed locally 50
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,860
    25th
    $47,860
    50th (median)
    $62,950
    75th
    $79,530
    90th
    $79,530

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 93% Median Epidemiologists salary is 7% 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $70,000

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Science Research Assistants $59,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $124,250
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Epidemiologists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Tucson, AZ is $30.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.36 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Tucson, AZ is 25% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $47,860 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,860.