Healthcare jobs and pay in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Lake Havasu City healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $42.79 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Lake Havasu City
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $42.79 | $38–$51 | $89,000 | 1,040 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $31.21 | $27–$36 | $64,910 | 140 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $19.08 | $16–$20 | $39,680 | 440 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $64.37 | $50–$75 | $133,890 | 150 |
| CRNA | $109.95 | $106–$115+ | $228,690 | — |
| Radiologic Technologist | $36.82 | $32–$41 | $76,580 | 120 |
| CT Technologist | $36.82 | $32–$41 | $76,580 | 120 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $37.72 | $33–$39 | $78,460 | 50 |
| Surgical Technologist | $26.46 | $25–$31 | $55,040 | 40 |
| Physical Therapist | $49.86 | $45–$58 | $103,700 | 110 |
| Occupational Therapist | $50.35 | $40–$57 | $104,720 | 40 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $38.14 | $31–$54 | $79,330 | 30 |
| Medical Coder | $19.26 | $18–$26 | $40,070 | 90 |
| CDI Specialist | $19.10 | $19–$19 | $39,730 | 40 |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $42.79 | $38–$51 | $89,000 | 1,040 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $42.79 | $38–$51 | $89,000 | 1,040 |
| Patient Access Representative | $16.95 | $15–$18 | $35,250 | 590 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $41.45 | $30–$55 | $86,210 | 50 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $34.39 | $25–$44 | $71,520 | 80 |
| Pharmacist | $73.52 | $64–$79 | $152,920 | 140 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $21.35 | $18–$22 | $44,410 | 220 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $24.65 | $20–$40 | $51,280 | 120 |
| Phlebotomist | $20.59 | $20–$24 | $42,830 | — |
| Nurse Informaticist | $42.79 | $38–$51 | $89,000 | 1,040 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $25.95 | $22–$31 | $53,980 | 180 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $30.79 | $28–$37 | $64,040 | — |
| MRI Technologist | $46.71 | $41–$50 | $97,160 | — |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $47.00 | $41–$51 | $97,770 | 40 |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $31.60 | $24–$38 | $65,720 | — |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $31.60 | $24–$38 | $65,720 | — |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $47.46 | $41–$49 | $98,720 | — |
| Physician Assistant | $61.87 | $60–$72 | $128,690 | 70 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $42.79 | $38–$51 | $89,000 | 1,040 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $46.62 | $32–$66 | $96,970 | 280 |
| Registered Dietitian | $31.41 | $28–$38 | $65,330 | — |
| Clinical Social Worker | $32.86 | $27–$37 | $68,340 | 30 |
| Medical Assistant | $20.14 | $18–$22 | $41,890 | 510 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $22.15 | $18–$24 | $46,060 | — |
| Medical Biller | $21.57 | $18–$23 | $44,860 | 220 |
| Dentist | $99.36 | $65–$112 | $206,660 | — |
| Dental Specialist | $115+ | $101–$115+ | $239,200+ | — |
| Dental Hygienist | $45.70 | $44–$49 | $95,050 | 230 |
| Dental Assistant | $21.95 | $21–$24 | $45,650 | 380 |
| Dental Office Manager | $46.62 | $32–$66 | $96,970 | 280 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $19.46 | $18–$22 | $40,470 | 590 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $22.87 | $21–$30 | $47,560 | — |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Lake Havasu City
- Overall prices in Lake Havasu City-Kingman run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.1).
- Housing runs 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Lake Havasu City
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Lake Havasu City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lake Havasu City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havasu Regional Medical Center | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cities near Lake Havasu City
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson, NV | 112 mi | $48.96/hr | 350,039 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 114 mi | $48.55/hr | 51,440 |
| Surprise, AZ | 121 mi | $47.19/hr | 167,564 |
| Buckeye, AZ | 121 mi | $47.19/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 122 mi | $62.58/hr | 94,275 |
| Peoria, AZ | 125 mi | $47.19/hr | 199,924 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Lake Havasu City?
Registered nurses in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area earn a median of $42.79 per hour, about $89,000 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 46 professions with their own medians and ranges.
How many hospitals are in Lake Havasu City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
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- Veterans Health AdministrationTucson, AZ · 4 postings$60.31/ hr$42–$80
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