Economists Salary in Arizona
Economists in Arizona earn a median of $79,610 a year, −36% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,610
- vs. U.S. median
- −36% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 37 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,000; the top 10% earn over $138,990. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Arizona
Similar jobs in Arizona
- Environmental Economists$79,610 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$81,180 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$107,240 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
- Survey Researchers$59,210 median in Arizona
- Political Scientists$108,770 median in Arizona
- Actuaries$135,870 median in Arizona
Economists pay in Arizona
How much do economists make in Arizona?
The median is $79,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,000 and the top 10% earn over $138,990. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 37 of 40 (−36% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.