Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $139,820 | $149,469 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $67.22 | $71.86 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $138,848.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $130,000 | $75,000 | $165,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $127,400 | $73,500 | $161,700 | 99 |
| Tucson | $117,000 | $67,500 | $148,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Arizona is $139,820, or about $67.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Arizona is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Arizona typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,950 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $139,820, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.