Physicists Salary in Arizona
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Arizona
Physicists in Arizona earn a median salary of $188,630 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +13.4% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 90 physicists are employed across Arizona, with salaries ranging from $171,190 to $206,070 depending on location.
$188,630
Avg median salary in Arizona
$206,070
Highest paying metro
$171,190
Lowest paying metro
90
Employed in Arizona
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Physicists salaries by city in Arizona
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | $206,070 | $140,090 | $223,710 | 60 |
| Tucson, AZ | $171,190 | $102,620 | $171,190 | 30 |