As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Wilderness Therapist in Phoenix, AZ is $58,177, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,119 weekly, or $4,848 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Wilderness Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Wilderness Therapist in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $45,250 to $67,745. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,410) and 75th percentile ($63,185), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,745 per year. This $11,775 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Wilderness Therapist often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 statewide for Wilderness Therapist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Wilderness Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wilderness Therapist Salary $45,250 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Wilderness Therapist Salary $51,410 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Wilderness Therapist Salary $58,177 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Wilderness Therapist Salary $63,185 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Wilderness Therapist Salary $67,745 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
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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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