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Assistant Director of Nursing
Brookdale Senior Living · Tucson, AZ
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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Tucson, AZ
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Tucson area earn a median of $59.57 per hour, about $123,910 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $45.50 and $78.31. That ranks 82nd of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 58th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Tucson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tucson.
- $59.57median pay per hour, Tucson
- $46–$78typical range per hour
- 1,560nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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5 more open roles from employers in Tucson. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Director of Nursing
Brookdale Senior Living · Tucson, AZ
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Chief Nursing Officer - Inpatient Rehab
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing
Acadia Healthcare · Tucson, AZ
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Nursing Supervisor (RN) - Full-time Days
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
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Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Tucson, AZ
The metro median is 1% above the Arizona statewide median of $59.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,560 medical and health services managers employed in the Tucson metro area, 4.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.26 | $71,260 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.50 | $94,640 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $59.57 | $123,910 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $78.31 | $162,880 | 38% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $106.30 | $221,100 | 87% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 82nd of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Arizona metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse manager & leadership. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.57 median hour buys what $61.48 buys at the national price level, 8% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tucson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,145
- Per year: $107,226
- Per month: $8,936
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tucson
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel nurse manager & leadership assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Nurse Manager & Leadership roles in Arizona
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Nurse Manager- Specialty
Veterans Health Administration · Phoenix, AZ
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Manager Nursing Emergency Services
CommonSpirit Health · Chandler, AZ
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Supervisory Nurse (Public Health)
Indian Health Service · Pinon, AZ
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Hospitals in Tucson
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson, 2 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System Tucson, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Mary's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tucson Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Dorado Springs Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Palo Verde Behavioral Health Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Pima County
HRSA lists 29 active primary care shortage designations that include Pima County (10 geographic, 4 population-group, 15 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $59.64/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $59.64/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $59.64/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $59.64/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $59.64/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $59.64/hr | 281,231 |
Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Arizona · Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Tucson, AZ?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $59.57 per hour, about $123,910 a year. The middle half earn between $45.50 and $78.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 58th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 82nd of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse manager & leaderships work in Tucson?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson, led by Va S. Arizona Healthcare System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as a nurse manager & leadership?
Arizona is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Arizona license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tucson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 29 active primary care shortage designations that include Pima County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Tucson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tucson is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse manager & leaderships in Tucson?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$121.16/ hr$90–$148
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 6 postings$93.11/ hr$78–$157
- Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA · 3 postings$80.49/ hr$48–$110
- CommonSpirit HealthSAN BERNARDINO, CA · 7 postings$79.32/ hr$54–$135
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2What they are offering now
Low$51Median$68.11High$89
3 Nurse Leader postings with published pay in Arizona, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Nurse Leader roles
- Nurse Manager- SpecialtyPermanent$125k–$186k/ year
- Manager Nursing Emergency ServicesPermanent$54.76–$81.45/ hour
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