SOC 33-9092 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers — Arizona
Arizona · 7 metro areas compared
At $35,380, median pay for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers in Arizona tracks the national median of $33,580 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $35,380, median pay for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers in Arizona tracks the national median of $33,580 closely. Pay ranges from under $30,580 at the tenth percentile to more than $40,150 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $31,030 to $36,720.
Employment stands at 3,950, or 1.2 jobs per thousand held locally. Arizona ranks number 12th out of 51 states by median pay for this occupation. Within the state, Flagstaff records the highest median at $36,830. Of the 712 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 690th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,580 | −8.9% |
| 25th | $31,030 | −7.6% |
| Median (50th) | $35,380 | +5.4% |
| 75th | $36,720 | +9.4% |
| 90th | $40,150 | +19.6% |
| Mean | $35,010 | +4.3% |
Highest-paying metro areas in Arizona
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flagstaff | $36,830 | 240 | |
| 2 | Sierra Vista | $36,360 | 80 | |
| 3 | Tucson | $35,860 | 660 | |
| 4 | Phoenix | $34,830 | 2,380 | |
| 5 | Lake Havasu City | $34,370 | 160 | |
| 6 | Prescott Valley | $33,820 | 80 | |
| 7 | Yuma | $30,580 | 80 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Arizona sit close to the national average, so $35,380 is worth roughly its face value against pay elsewhere.
Published median
$35,380as reported by BLSLocal price level
100.7US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$35,134US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $35,380 a year, 5.4% above the national median.
- Published pay spans $30,580 to $40,150 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 3,950 jobs in this occupation.
- It ranks 12th of 51 states for this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Flagstaff, at $36,830.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers in Arizona?
The median annual wage is $35,380, or $17.01 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $33,580, so pay in Arizona is 5.4% higher. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Arizona earns more than $40,150 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $30,580 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Flagstaff, at $36,830 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 3,950 jobs in this occupation in Arizona. Self-employed workers are not included.
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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