As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Child Therapist in Phoenix, AZ is $62,575, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,203 weekly, or $5,215 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Child Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Child Therapist in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $45,231 to $73,629. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,497) and 75th percentile ($68,361), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,629 per year. This $14,864 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Written Communication or CPR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Child Therapist often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 statewide for Child Therapist 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
Child Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Child Therapist Salary $45,231 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Child Therapist Salary $53,497 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Child Therapist Salary $62,575 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Child Therapist Salary $68,361 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Child Therapist Salary $73,629 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25% $53,497 10% $45,231 90% $73,629 75% $68,361 $62,575 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Child Therapist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Child Therapist in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Child Therapist ranges from $53,497 to $68,361 with the average base salary of $62,575. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,952 to $82,060 with the average total cash compensation of $72,748.

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