Registered Nurse salary in Arizona
Registered nurses in Arizona earn a median $99,500 a year, 2% above the national median of $97,550. That ranks #18 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $76,743.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1141. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $99,500 | $8,292 | $3,827 | $47.84 |
| Average pay | $99,730 | $8,311 | $3,836 | $47.95 |
| Take-home (median) | $76,743 | $6,395 | $2,952 | $36.90 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $13,060 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $7,612 |
| Arizona income tax | $2,085 |
| Take-home | $76,743 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $76,227 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median registered nurse earns 3.2 times that.
Registered Nurse pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $99,500 | $76,743 | $76,227 |
| California | $140,270 | $96,517 | $87,172 |
| Colorado | $100,260 | $75,219 | $72,991 |
| New Mexico | $94,340 | $71,906 | $77,979 |
| Nevada | $103,670 | $81,762 | $81,779 |
| Utah | $84,600 | $64,684 | $65,428 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do registered nurses make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $99,500 a year ($47.84 an hour), and the average is $99,730, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do registered nurses take home in Arizona?
- About $76,743 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $2,952 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do registered nurses earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #18 of 51 for median pay, 2% above the U.S. median of $97,550. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #10.