What medical equipment preparers earn in Arizona and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $47,320 | $22.75 | 1,800 |
| Tucson, AZ | $44,610 | $21.45 | 260 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $47,720 | $22.94 | 50 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $43,950 | $21.13 | 40 |
Medical Equipment Preparers in Arizona earned a median of $46,790 a year ($22.50 an hour) in May 2025, 2% less than the national median of $47,700. The middle half earned $38,380 to $53,540.
Among areas in Arizona, pay was highest in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ at $47,320.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.