Arizona Median
$338,290
per year
Hourly Rate
$162.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+8% vs US median
US median $312,400
State Rank
#9 of 33
270 employed here
How much does a Physician, Pathologists make in Arizona?
Physicians, Pathologists in Arizona take home a median of $338,290 annually — roughly $162.64 an hour — which runs 8% above the national median of $312,400.
Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $97,920 while the top 10% make $506,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $223,490 and $354,600 a year.
Physician, Pathologists salary range in Arizona
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $97,920 | $47.08 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $223,490 | $107.45 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $338,290 | $162.64 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $354,600 | $170.48 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $506,410 | $243.47 |
|
How Arizona compares
Arizona ranks 9th out of 33 states and territories for Physician, Pathologists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Physician, Pathologists salary in other states
Pennsylvania $413,370West Virginia $400,070Nevada $384,350Illinois $381,770Minnesota $362,270New Jersey $355,970Texas $345,830Indiana $340,300Kentucky $324,390Iowa $323,460Rhode Island $322,950New York $321,550Oklahoma $317,850Florida $313,510Ohio $309,480Michigan $303,070Washington $300,680Colorado $294,510Massachusetts $285,240Missouri $261,830Mississippi $261,570Maryland $253,670North Carolina $248,940Virginia $240,780South Carolina $236,950Nebraska $229,140Kansas $224,280Arkansas $214,100Georgia $211,800Vermont $188,250California $186,300Wisconsin $83,610
Working as a Physician, Pathologists in Arizona
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Physicians, Pathologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($338,290) 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 Physician, Pathologists make in Arizona?
The median Physician, Pathologists salary in Arizona is $338,290 per year, or about $162.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $97,920 at the entry level to $506,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Physicians, Pathologists about 8% more than the national median of $312,400. Arizona ranks 9th out of 33 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Physicians, Pathologists?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $338,290 a year. About 270 Physicians, Pathologists 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.