How much does an actor make in Phoenix?
$49,440a year
Median yearly pay for actors in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $23.77 an hour or $4,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.77
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 32
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for actors.
| Tucson, AZ | $37,690 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $96,670 |
| Technical Writer | $83,480 |
| Broadcast Technician | $81,640 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $80,440 |
| Producer and Director | $72,740 |
| Camera Operator | $71,080 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $70,490 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $67,890 |
| Sound Engineering Technician | $66,360 |
| Editor | $64,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an actor make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $23.77 ($49,440 a year).
Do actors make more in Phoenix than the national average?
No: $49,440 against $60,420 nationally, 18% less.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $44,010, so Phoenix pays 12% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for actor pay?
14 of 32 metro areas with data.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.