Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,180 -17.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.64
10th percentile $30,870
90th percentile $74,930
Employed locally 40
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,870
    25th
    $42,850
    50th (median)
    $49,180
    75th
    $61,720
    90th
    $74,930

    Top-paying metros for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-South Portland, ME $127,160
    Maine $127,160
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $81,120
    Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA $80,370
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $79,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,070

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Compliance Officers$91,460
    Accountants and Auditors$67,860
    Human Resources Specialists$60,340
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$79,790
    Project Management Specialists$77,200
    Management Analysts$73,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Arizona is $23.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.70 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salaries?

    The median Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salary in Arizona is 17.3% below the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Arizona?

    Entry-level Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (10th percentile) earn around $30,870 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,850.