Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary Salary in Arizona

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

Median annual salary $35,390 -21.2% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $35,330
90th percentile $55,050
Employed locally 100
National median $44,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,330
    25th
    $35,330
    50th (median)
    $35,390
    75th
    $43,700
    90th
    $55,050

    Top-paying metros for Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Cleveland, OH $80,210
    Toledo, OH $77,970
    Ponce, PR $76,850
    Ohio $75,610
    Canton-Massillon, OH $75,610
    Winston-Salem, NC $71,320

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $31,410
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $47,680
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,300
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $49,520
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $38,240
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $35,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary in Arizona is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary salaries?

    The median Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary salary in Arizona is 21.2% below the national median of $44,930. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary in Arizona?

    Entry-level Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary (10th percentile) earn around $35,330 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,330.