Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Tucson, AZ
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$48.39/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Tucson, AZ is $48.39 per hour. This is 14% lower than the Arizona average of $55.11.
Last updated on August 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Tucson, AZ compared to State and National Averages
$48.39/hour
Tucson, AZ
This is equal to the US average
$55.11/hour
Arizona
13% higher than the US average.
$48.16/hour
United States
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Tucson Compare to Other Cities
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Tucson Compare to Other Cities
Scottsdale, Arizona
$38/hour
This is 27% lower than the Tucson average of $48.39.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
$36/hour
This is 34% lower than the Tucson average of $48.39.
Grand Junction, Colorado
$35/hour
This is 36% lower than the Tucson average of $48.39.
What cities in Arizona pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, Arizona | $52 | $60 |
| Tucson, Arizona | $48 | $59 |
| Glendale, Arizona | $44 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Tucson?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $50 |
| Select Medical | $48 | $48 |
| Tenet-AZ Region | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on August 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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