How much does a physical scientist make in Arizona?
$125,300a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Arizona. That is $60.23 an hour or $10,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.23
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,610Median: $125,300Highest 10%: $165,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 25th | $107,400 | $51.62 | |
| Median | $125,300 | $60.23 | |
| 75th | $156,500 | $75.23 | |
| 90th | $165,400 | $79.52 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $123,800 |
| Tucson, AZ | $115,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 12. Florida | $131,700 |
| 13. California | $130,600 |
| 14. Tennessee | $129,600 |
| 15. Arizona | $125,300 |
| 16. New Mexico | $123,800 |
| 17. Alaska | $120,200 |
| 18. Michigan | $118,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $60.23 ($125,300 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $125,300 against $122,600 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Arizona rank for physical scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 15 of 39 states.
Which city in Arizona pays physical scientists the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $123,800 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.