Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $145,690 | $146,653 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $70.04 | $70.51 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $144,677.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $135,160 | $75,000 | $175,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $132,457 | $73,500 | $171,500 | 99 |
| Tucson | $121,644 | $67,500 | $157,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Arizona is $145,690, or about $70.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Arizona is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Arizona typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 13,870 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $145,690, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.