How much does a broadcast technician make in Phoenix?
$81,640a year
Median yearly pay for broadcast technicians in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $39.25 an hour or $6,803 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.25
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 96
- Jobs in the area
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,020Median: $81,640Highest 10%: $132,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,020 | $21.16 | |
| 25th | $66,350 | $31.90 | |
| Median | $81,640 | $39.25 | |
| 75th | $104,800 | $50.39 | |
| 90th | $132,800 | $63.86 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for broadcast technicians.
| Tucson, AZ | $49,150 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $96,670 |
| Technical Writer | $83,480 |
| 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 |
| Interior Designer | $61,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a broadcast technician make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $39.25 ($81,640 a year).
Do broadcast technicians make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $81,640 against $59,570 nationally, 37% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $73,040, so Phoenix pays 12% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for broadcast technician pay?
4 of 96 metro areas with data.
How much does a broadcast technician make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,800 or more.
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.