Phoenix is located in Maricopa county and has a population of 1,321,045.
Finance schools in Phoenix charged students an average tuition of $12,460.00 if they were Arizona residents, and $13,617.00 if they were non-residents, during the 2009 - 2010 school year.
Books and supplies for finance schools in Phoenix cost an average of $1,324.00. Students who live on campus while attending a finance school in Phoenix, can expect to pay an average of $8,147.00 for room and board. Students who live at home can expect average costs to be $6,578.00. Students have a choice of seven finance colleges in Phoenix to attend. In the 2008 - 2009 school year, reportedly 515 students completed finance programs in Phoenix.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimators | $59,570.00 | 2,500 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $65,070.00 | 8,750 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $58,040.00 | 17,960 |
| Budget Analysts | $65,210.00 | 570 |
| Credit Analysts | $54,680.00 | Not available |
| Financial Analysts | $67,430.00 | 3,800 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $59,730.00 | 1,990 |
| Financial Examiners | $58,230.00 | 480 |
| Loan Counselors | $37,720.00 | 950 |
| Loan Officers | $65,450.00 | 6,680 |
| Tax Preparers | $39,530.00 | 390 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $51,080.00 | 1,470 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $77,250.00 | 4,330 |
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