How much does a compensation make in Tucson?
$66,990a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $32.21 an hour or $5,583 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.21
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among cities
- 164 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,160Median: $66,990Highest 10%: $104,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,160 | $19.31 | |
| 25th | $50,630 | $24.34 | |
| Median | $66,990 | $32.21 | |
| 75th | $85,400 | $41.06 | |
| 90th | $104,900 | $50.41 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Phoenix, AZ | $76,720 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Project Management Specialist | $91,500 |
| Management Analyst | $84,900 |
| Business Operations Specialist | $84,360 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $83,810 |
| Logistician | $77,410 |
| Budget Analyst | $76,790 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $76,320 |
| Financial Specialist | $75,980 |
| Insurance Underwriter | $75,560 |
| Tax Examiner and Collector | $75,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $32.21 ($66,990 a year).
Do compensations make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $66,990 against $78,210 nationally, 14% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $74,930, so Tucson pays 11% less.
Where does Tucson rank for compensation pay?
164 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,900 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.