As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bridge Operator in Phoenix, AZ is $80,568, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,549 weekly, or $6,714 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bridge Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bridge Operator in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $64,604 to $103,173. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,212) and 75th percentile ($92,401), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,173 per year. This $20,189 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Equipment Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Bridge Operator often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 statewide for Bridge Operator 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
Bridge Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $64,604 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $72,212 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $80,568 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $92,401 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $103,173 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25% $72,212 10% $64,604 90% $103,173 75% $92,401 $80,568 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    3 - 5 years experience
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    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Bridge Operator: Bridge, C, Front

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