AZ · Tucson · Updated October 15, 2026

Patient Access Representative jobs in Tucson, AZ

Patient Access Representatives in the Tucson area earn a median of $17.52 per hour, about $36,440 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.14 and $18.85. That ranks 144th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 162nd of 341 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.

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Patient Access Representative pay in Tucson, AZ

The metro median is 4% below the Arizona statewide median of $18.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 3,050 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Tucson metro area, 7.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$14.65$30,47018% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$16.14$33,57010% below U.S. median
Median$17.52$36,4402% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$18.85$39,2105% above U.S. median
Top 10%$21.75$45,24022% above U.S. median

How Tucson ranks

  • 144th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 162nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 4th of 6 Arizona metro areas

BLS does not publish a separate figure for patient access representative. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Receptionists and Information Clerks.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Receptionists and Information Clerks (SOC 43-4171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

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What your pay buys in Tucson

  • 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 $17.52 median hour buys what $18.08 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$631
  • Per year: $31,536
  • Per month: $2,628

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.

Hospitals in Tucson

CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Va S. Arizona Healthcare System
Tucson, AZ
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal5 of 5Yes
Banner-University Medical Center South Campus
Tucson, AZ
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus
Tucson, AZ
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
St Joseph's Hospital
Tucson, AZ
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Northwest Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
Acute careFor-profit2 of 5Yes
St. Mary's Hospital
Tucson, AZ
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
El Dorado Springs
Tucson, AZ
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedNo
Palo Verde Behavioral Health
Tucson, AZ
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedYes
Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital
Tucson, AZ
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Patient Access Representative pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Marana, AZ27 mi$18.57/hr62,380
Casa Grande, AZ74 mi$18.57/hr68,927
Queen Creek, AZ87 mi$18.57/hr83,781
Maricopa, AZ90 mi$18.57/hr76,654
Gilbert, AZ95 mi$18.57/hr288,790
Chandler, AZ97 mi$18.57/hr281,231

Patient Access Representative jobs in Arizona · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arizona

Patient access representatives register patients, verify insurance and collect information at the front door of care.

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Customer service experience; healthcare registration experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with EHR systems such as Epic

Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Common questions

How much do patient access representatives make in Tucson, AZ?

Patient Access Representatives in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $17.52 per hour, about $36,440 a year. The middle half earn between $16.14 and $18.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Tucson a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?

Tucson ranks 162nd of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 144th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.

Where do patient access representatives 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 patient access representative?

High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Does Valorem Health place patient access representatives in Tucson?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
  • CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
  • CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 17 postings$28.00/ hr$22–$39
  • Allina HealthMinnesota · 3 postings$27.82/ hr$22–$33

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Low$18Median$24.50High$33

257 Patient Access postings with published pay in the US, 214 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

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