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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Radiologists salary in Phoenix, Arizona

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Phoenix metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$525,930
Mean annual$489,770
Range (10th to 90th)$79,470 to $688,200
Phoenix, Arizona employment
State vs national+58.5% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Phoenix radiologists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$79,47025TH$447,850MEDIAN$525,93075TH$688,20090TH$688,200

The middle 50% of workers earn between $447,850 and $688,200, with a median of $525,930.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    Internship/residency

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Medicine and Dentistry

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    4.5 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.5 / 5
  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.4 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.

  2. 02

    Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, or ultrasound.

  3. 03

    Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.

  4. 04

    Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families.

  5. 05

    Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, patient interviews, dictated reports, or by communicating with referring clinicians.

  6. 06

    Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.

  7. 07

    Confer with medical professionals regarding image-based diagnoses.

  8. 08

    Recognize or treat complications during and after procedures, including blood pressure problems, pain, oversedation, or bleeding.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Radiologists in Phoenix, Arizona?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Radiologists in the Phoenix metropolitan area is $525,930.
Does Phoenix pay more than the Arizona state average for Radiologists?
The Phoenix metro median is +11.7% versus the Arizona state median of $470,640.
How does Phoenix compare to the national median for Radiologists?
The Phoenix metro median is +58.5% versus the BLS national figure of $331,868.
What is the salary range for Radiologists in Phoenix?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $79,470 and the 90th-percentile at $688,200 for the Phoenix metro area.
What education is required for Radiologists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Phoenix CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.