Arizona Median
$233,270
per year
Hourly Rate
$112.15
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-29% vs US median
US median $328,730
State Rank
#22 of 26
state estimate
How much does a Dermatologist make in Arizona?
A Dermatologist working in Arizona earns a median salary of $233,270 per year, or about $112.15 per hour. That is 29% below the national median of $328,730 for this occupation.
Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $103,990 while the top 10% make $656,230 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $111,900 and $596,270 a year.
Dermatologist salary range in Arizona
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $103,990 | $50.00 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $111,900 | $53.80 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $233,270 | $112.15 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $596,270 | $286.67 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $656,230 | $315.50 |
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How Arizona compares
Arizona ranks 22nd out of 26 states and territories for Dermatologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Dermatologist salary in other states
Minnesota $625,790Washington $526,170New Hampshire $516,230Maryland $442,210Delaware $442,120Wisconsin $440,710Illinois $435,750Tennessee $433,630Iowa $424,970Arkansas $422,060Nevada $419,410Michigan $414,910Colorado $398,810Alabama $394,550New York $374,010Ohio $373,640North Carolina $367,350Nebraska $359,580Idaho $281,920Virginia $280,060South Carolina $259,990Indiana $225,200Texas $218,670Kentucky $195,830Connecticut $165,040
Working as a Dermatologist in Arizona
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Dermatologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($233,270) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dermatologist make in Arizona?
The median Dermatologist salary in Arizona is $233,270 per year, or about $112.15 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $103,990 at the entry level to $656,230 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Dermatologists about 29% less than the national median of $328,730. Arizona ranks 22nd out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Dermatologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $233,270 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.