Director of Nursing Salary Guide: Arizona
Average Director of Nursing Salary
$47.94/hour
The average salary for a Director of Nursing in Arizona is $47.94 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $63.89.
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Director of Nursing salaries in Arizona compared to National Averages
$47.94/hour
Arizona
33% lower than the US average.
$63.89/hour
United States
How does the pay for Directors of Nursing in Arizona compare to nearby states?
Only Texas reports pay data for Director of Nursings, averaging $65 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the Arizona average for Registered Nurses is $48 per hour — Texas pays 37% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $65 | $83 |
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room
- Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital
- Phoenix, AZ
- Sign-On Bonus
$34-53/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Director OR - Operating Room
- Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
- Glendale, AZ
- Sign-On Bonus
$36-46/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Carondelet Saint Mary's Hospital
- Tucson, AZ
$34-45/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ED - Emergency Department
- Carondelet Saint Mary's Hospital
- Tucson, AZ
$34-45/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Med Surg
- Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
- Glendale, AZ
$34-44/hour
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