📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

English Language Professor Salary in Arizona (2026)

Arizona · 1.0% below national average · Low Demand

Average
$79,774
per year
Median
$70,706
per year
Hourly
$38.35
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$47,823
25th Percentile — Junior$67,726
50th Percentile — Median$70,706
75th Percentile — Senior$112,508
90th Percentile — Top Earners$130,973
💡 Top-earning English Language Professors in Arizona make up to $130,973 per year. The job market in Arizona is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Healthcare, Tourism.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$74.1k
2021
$75.2k
2022
$76.3k
2023
$77.4k
2024
$78.6k
2025
$79.8k
2026
📈 English Language Professor salaries in Arizona have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Arizona's job market supports continued salary increases.
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English Language Professor Salary by City in Arizona
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Phoenix $81,369 +2.0% Low
Tucson $73,392 -8.0% Low
Mesa $79,774 +0.0% Low
Chandler $82,167 +3.0% Low
Glendale $78,976 -1.0% Low
Scottsdale $89,347 +12.0% Low
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English Language Professor Job Market in Arizona
Key factors affecting compensation

Arizona is home to a strong job market for English Language Professors. The state's key industries — Technology, Healthcare, Tourism — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $79,774 per year, Arizona's English Language Professor salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Arizona (index: 0.99) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Arizona can expect to earn $47,823–$67,726, while experienced English Language Professors can command $112,508–$130,973.

Looking ahead, the English Language Professor profession in Arizona is projected to grow at 1.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Common questions about this salary
  • The average English Language Professor salary in Arizona is $79,774 per year in 2026, which is 1.0% below the national average of $80,580.
  • Major metro areas typically pay English Language Professors the highest wages in Arizona due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Arizona has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Healthcare, Tourism. This makes it one of the better states for English Language Professor employment.
  • At $79,774/year, Arizona English Language Professor salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average of $80,580/year.