📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Purchasing Agent Salary in Arizona (2026)

Arizona · 1.0% below national average · Medium Demand

Average
$67,468
per year
Median
$63,410
per year
Hourly
$32.44
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$43,301
25th Percentile — Junior$56,319
50th Percentile — Median$63,410
75th Percentile — Senior$85,610
90th Percentile — Top Earners$96,727
💡 Top-earning Purchasing Agents in Arizona make up to $96,727 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
$59.6k
2021
$61.1k
2022
$62.7k
2023
$64.2k
2024
$65.8k
2025
$67.5k
2026
📈 Purchasing Agent salaries in Arizona have followed the national trend with 2.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Arizona's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Purchasing Agent Salary by City in Arizona
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Phoenix $68,817 +2.0% Medium
Tucson $62,071 -8.0% Medium
Mesa $67,468 +0.0% Medium
Chandler $69,492 +3.0% Medium
Glendale $66,793 -1.0% Medium
Scottsdale $75,564 +12.0% Medium
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Purchasing Agent Job Market in Arizona
Key factors affecting compensation

Arizona is home to a strong job market for Purchasing Agents. The state's key industries — Technology, Healthcare, Tourism — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $67,468 per year, Arizona's Purchasing Agent 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 $43,301–$56,319, while experienced Purchasing Agents can command $85,610–$96,727.

Looking ahead, the Purchasing Agent profession in Arizona is projected to grow at 2.5% 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Purchasing Agent salary in Arizona is $67,468 per year in 2026, which is 1.0% below the national average of $68,150.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Purchasing Agents 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 Purchasing Agent employment.
  • At $67,468/year, Arizona Purchasing Agent salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average of $68,150/year.