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Data Engineer Salary in Arizona

The median data engineer salary in Arizona is $123,750 per year, which is 1% below the national median of $125,000.

Median Salary
$123,750
vs National
$-1,250
State Rank
#20 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Data Engineer Salary in Arizona by Experience

In Arizona, an entry-level data engineer earns around $79,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $178,200 per year. The cost of living index in Arizona is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,200
$-800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$125,730
$-1,270 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$178,200
$-1,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arizona

Percentile AZ Salary
10th Percentile $77,220
25th Percentile $99,000
Median (50th) $123,750
75th Percentile $156,420
90th Percentile $188,100

Data Engineer Salary by City in Arizona

The largest employment areas for data engineers in Arizona include Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Scottsdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Data Engineer in Arizona

Education

Most data engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Arizona has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonSQLSparkAirflowAWS/GCPData Modeling

Job Outlook in Arizona

Nationally, data engineer employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arizona's demand may vary based on local industry trends.