How much does a medical scientist make in Arizona?
$116,800a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Arizona. That is $56.16 an hour or $9,735 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.16
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,430Median: $116,800Highest 10%: $154,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,430 | $33.86 | |
| 25th | $81,840 | $39.35 | |
| Median | $116,800 | $56.16 | |
| 75th | $136,300 | $65.51 | |
| 90th | $154,600 | $74.30 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tucson, AZ | $119,600 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $108,400 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $79,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 2. New Jersey | $129,300 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $128,200 |
| 4. Connecticut | $117,000 |
| 5. Arizona | $116,800 |
| 6. Oregon | $111,000 |
| 7. Maryland | $106,000 |
| 8. Washington | $105,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $56.16 ($116,800 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $116,800 against $103,400 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Arizona rank for medical scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 5 of 46 states.
Which city in Arizona pays medical scientists the most?
Tucson, AZ, with a median of $119,600 a year.
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.