How much does a switchboard operator make in Tucson?
$37,970a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $18.25 an hour or $3,164 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.25
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 74 of 142
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,590Median: $37,970Highest 10%: $47,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,590 | $15.67 | |
| 25th | $36,820 | $17.70 | |
| Median | $37,970 | $18.25 | |
| 75th | $43,920 | $21.12 | |
| 90th | $47,760 | $22.96 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators.
| Phoenix, AZ | $40,540 |
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Salaries for every job in Tucson, AZFrequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $18.25 ($37,970 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $37,970 against $38,630 nationally, 2% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $40,380, so Tucson pays 6% less.
Where does Tucson rank for switchboard operator pay?
74 of 142 metro areas with data.
How much does a switchboard operator make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,760 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.