As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Weather Forecaster in Phoenix, AZ is $141,541, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,722 weekly, or $11,795 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Weather Forecaster in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Weather Forecaster in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $113,039 to $167,673. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($126,622) and 75th percentile ($155,219), while top earners (90th percentile) make $167,673 per year. This $28,597 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Assembler, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Weather Forecaster often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 statewide for Weather Forecaster job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Weather Forecaster Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Weather Forecaster Salary $113,039 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Weather Forecaster Salary $126,622 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Weather Forecaster Salary $141,541 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Weather Forecaster Salary $155,219 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Weather Forecaster Salary $167,673 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25% $126,622 10% $113,039 90% $167,673 75% $155,219 $141,541 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Weather Forecaster in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Weather Forecaster ranges from $126,622 to $155,219 with the average base salary of $141,541. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $92,868 to $149,240 with the average total cash compensation of $120,213.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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