Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $93,310 | $102,741 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.86 | $49.39 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,661.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $88,660 | $65,000 | $125,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $86,887 | $63,700 | $122,500 | 99 |
| Tucson | $79,794 | $58,500 | $112,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Arizona is $93,310, or about $44.86 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Arizona is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Arizona typically earn from $65,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 17,190 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $93,310, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.