Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Arizona compares
Arizona's median is $59,390, $1,840 (3.2%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 16th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $74,120 or more and the bottom 10% under $40,210. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 430 marine mechanics work in Arizona, 1.9% of the U.S. total. That is close to the U.S. average for a workforce its size.
Pay distribution: Arizona vs. United States
Arizona median $59,390
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Arizona annual | Arizona hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $40,210 | $19.33 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $47,970 | $23.06 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $59,390 | $28.55 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $66,530 | $31.98 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $74,120 | $35.63 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $57,310 | $27.55 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Arizona
How much does a marine mechanic make in Arizona?
The median is $59,390 a year, or $28.55 an hour (May 2025). The average is $57,310.
Is Arizona a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 16th of 50, 3.2% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Arizona?
About 430.