Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Arizona
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$40.38/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Arizona is $40.38 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $37.88.
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Arizona compared to National Averages
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Arizona compared to National Averages
$40.38/hour
Arizona
6% higher than the US average.
$37.88/hour
United States
What cities in Arizona pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
What cities in Arizona pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, Arizona | $44 | $54 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Arizona compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Arizona compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $69 | $76 |
| Nevada | $53 | $65 |
| Idaho | $50 | $50 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $46 |
| Colorado | $38 | $40 |
| Texas | $35 | $44 |
| New Mexico | $34 | $40 |
| Kansas | $31 | $36 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Arizona?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Arizona?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Medical-Perm | $40 | $40 |
| Tenet-AZ Region | $40 | $45 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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