Psychiatrists Salary in Tucson, AZ

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

Median annual salary $211,850
Median hourly $101.85
10th percentile $114,990
90th percentile —
Employed locally 130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $114,990
    25th
    $143,200
    50th (median)
    $211,850

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 312% Median Psychiatrists salary is 212% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Springfield, IL $413,890
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $409,950
    Gainesville, FL $404,240
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $403,430
    Ocala, FL $396,200
    New Haven, CT $381,890

    Nearby metros — Psychiatrists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $260,330
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $68,170

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $95,960
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,690
    Pharmacists $138,930
    Physicians, All Other $357,070
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $70,890
    Psychiatric Technicians $38,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Tucson, AZ is $101.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $185.46 or more per hour.

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

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $114,990 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $143,200.