How much does an actor make in Tucson?
$37,690a year
Median yearly pay for actors in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $18.12 an hour or $3,141 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.12
- Vs. national median
- -38%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 32
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for actors.
| Phoenix, AZ | $49,440 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Media and Communication Worker | $79,640 |
| Technical Writer | $75,070 |
| Art Director | $74,510 |
| Producer and Director | $64,530 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,630 |
| Editor | $59,420 |
| Interior Designer | $58,110 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $57,920 |
| Graphic Designer | $57,710 |
| Broadcast Technician | $49,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an actor make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $18.12 ($37,690 a year).
Do actors make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $37,690 against $60,420 nationally, 38% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $44,010, so Tucson pays 14% less.
Where does Tucson rank for actor pay?
28 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.