Exercise Physiologist Salary in Arizona (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Exercise Physiologists in Arizona, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Arizona Median
$62,350
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.98
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#11 of 42
220 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Arizona?

An Exercise Physiologist working in Arizona earns a median salary of $62,350 per year, or about $29.98 per hour. That is 5% above the national median of $59,460 for this occupation.

Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $51,950 while the top 10% make $77,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $54,990 and $77,630 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in Arizona

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$51,950$24.98
25th percentile (early career)$54,990$26.44
50th percentile (median)$62,350$29.98
75th percentile (experienced)$77,630$37.32
90th percentile (top earners)$77,630$37.32

How Arizona compares

Arizona ranks 11th out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$81,310
2Oregon$71,630
3Minnesota$67,230
4Massachusetts$65,950
5New Jersey$64,680

Working as an Exercise Physiologist in Arizona

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($62,350) 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 an Exercise Physiologist make in Arizona?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in Arizona is $62,350 per year, or about $29.98 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,950 at the entry level to $77,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Exercise Physiologists about 5% more than the national median of $59,460. Arizona ranks 11th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $62,350 a year. About 220 Exercise Physiologists are employed in Arizona. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.