Anthropologists and Archeologists pay in Arizona
In Arizona, the median pay for anthropologists and archeologists is $31.39 an hour ($65,290 a year). About 500 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($70,770). Arizona ranks 27th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for anthropologists and archeologists in Arizona
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.80 | $49,500 |
| 25% of workers | $29.04 | $60,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.39 | $65,290 |
| 75% of workers | $39.66 | $82,490 |
| 90% of workers | $50.51 | $105,060 |
Anthropologists and Archeologists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson | $73,860 | 90 |
| Flagstaff | $65,170 | 80 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $63,010 | 270 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for anthropologists and archeologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6% over ten years, faster than average · about 800 openings a year (BLS)
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