Arizona Minimum Wage 2026
The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15 an hour in 2026. Adjusted for inflation every January. Tipped workers can be paid $12.15 an hour plus tips. Flagstaff and Tucson set higher local minimums.
| Hourly | $15.15 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $121.20 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $606.00 |
| Every 2 weeks | $1,212.00 |
| Monthly | $2,626.00 |
| Yearly | $31,512 |
| Overtime hour (1.5×) | $22.73 |
| Federal income tax | -$1,601 |
| Social Security + Medicare | -$2,411 |
| Arizona taxes | -$394 |
| Take-home pay | $27,106 |
Arizona vs neighboring states
| State | 2026 minimum wage | Full-time yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $15.15 | $31,512 |
| California | $16.90 | $35,152 |
| Nevada | $12.00 | $24,960 |
| Utah | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Colorado | $15.16 | $31,533 |
| New Mexico | $12.00 | $24,960 |
Common questions
What is the Arizona minimum wage in 2026?
The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15 an hour in 2026. Adjusted for inflation every January. Tipped workers can be paid $12.15 an hour plus tips. Flagstaff and Tucson set higher local minimums.
When did the Arizona minimum wage last change?
The current $15.15 rate has applied since January 1, 2026.
How much is minimum wage full time in Arizona after taxes?
Working 40 hours a week, $15.15 an hour is $31,512 a year before taxes. A single filer keeps about $27,106 a year, or $1,042.53 every two weeks, after federal and Arizona taxes.
Is the Arizona minimum wage higher than the federal minimum wage?
Yes. At $15.15 an hour, Arizona's minimum is $7.90 (109%) above the federal $7.25. When state and federal rates differ, employers must pay the higher one.
What is overtime pay at the Arizona minimum wage?
Overtime is at least 1.5 times the regular rate, so each overtime hour at the Arizona minimum wage pays at least $22.73.
Some workers, such as tipped employees, minors and employees of very small businesses, may have different minimums. Check the Arizona labor department for your situation.