May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Phoenix
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
647 occupations
Across 647 occupations with published wages in Phoenix, orthopedic surgeons, except pediatric record the highest median at $558,970 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Phoenix
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Managers | 81,520 | $98,610 |
| Retail Salespersons | 69,060 | $35,960 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 68,930 | $46,410 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 57,940 | $36,930 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 56,420 | $44,950 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 54,900 | $34,540 |
| Registered Nurses | 53,700 | $100,830 |
| Cashiers | 48,660 | $34,920 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 42,650 | $37,730 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 39,920 | $47,530 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Office Machine Operators, Except Computer | $32,060 | — |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $32,510 | 2,790 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $33,190 | 7,900 |
| Animal Trainers | $33,340 | — |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $33,660 | 5,200 |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | $34,230 | — |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $34,540 | 54,900 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $34,830 | 2,380 |
| Cashiers | $34,920 | 48,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,010 | 1,070 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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