Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,050 | $104,968 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.62 | $50.47 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $98,361.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $96,000 | $65,000 | $145,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $94,080 | $63,700 | $142,100 | 99 |
| Tucson | $86,400 | $58,500 | $130,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Arizona is $99,050, or about $47.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Arizona is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Arizona typically earn from $65,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 22,920 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $99,050, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.