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Systems Analyst Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$105,307/ year

Median Systems Analyst in Phoenix, AZ

$64,190
10th
$78,280
25th
$105,307
Median
$138,020
75th
$168,384
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$105,307
Total compensation (est.)
$121,103
Bonus range
$3,800 – $16,080
Mean salary
$111,625

How This Compares

Phoenix, AZ median
$105,307
Arizona median
$104,285+1.0%
National median
$102,240+3.0%

Cost of living in Phoenix is 3% above the national average. Salary of $105,307 here is equivalent to $102,240 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$75,821-28.0%
3-5 years
$95,829-9.0%
6-10 years
$117,944+12.0%
10+ years
$145,324+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$92,670-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$105,307
Enterprise (5,000+)
$124,262+18.0%

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Systems Analyst Salaries in Nearby Cities

Tucson, AZ$102,240/yr
Mesa, AZ$102,240/yr
Chandler, AZ$102,240/yr
Scottsdale, AZ$102,240/yr
Glendale, AZ$102,240/yr

Related Jobs in Phoenix

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Senior Software Engineer$134,065/yr
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Full Stack Developer$134,065/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$51/hr
Monthly gross$8,776/mo
25th percentile$78,280/yr
75th percentile$138,020/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Arizona Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.3%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Systems Analyst salary in Phoenix?

The median Systems Analyst salary in Phoenix is $105,307 per year, with a range from $78,280 at the 25th percentile to $138,020 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Systems Analyst pay in Phoenix compare to the national average?

Systems Analyst salaries in Phoenix are 3% above the national median of $102,240. After adjusting for Phoenix's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $102,240 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Systems Analyst salaries in Phoenix?

In Phoenix, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Systems Analyst roles start around $64,190, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $168,384 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Phoenix a good place for Systems Analyst jobs?

Phoenix offers a Systems Analyst median of $105,307, which is 3% above the US median of $102,240. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Phoenix is 3% more expensive than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Systems Analyst salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Systems Analyst in Phoenix is $138,020, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.