Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,070 | $109,436 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.15 | $52.61 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,388.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $98,000 | $75,000 | $140,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $96,040 | $73,500 | $137,200 | 99 |
| Tucson | $88,200 | $67,500 | $126,000 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a UX Designer in Arizona is $98,070, or about $47.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for UX Designers is $109,436. Arizona is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level ux designers in Arizona typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 810 ux designer jobs on record and a median salary of $98,070, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.