How Arizona taxes your paycheck in 2026
Arizona charges a flat 2.5% income tax — the lowest flat rate in the country — after a standard deduction that matches the federal amount.
- Arizona switched to a flat 2.5% rate in 2023, the lowest of any state with a flat income tax.
- Arizona's standard deduction follows the federal amount, so a large part of a modest salary isn't taxed by the state at all.
- Arizona cities don't charge income tax on wages.
Take-home pay in Arizona at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Arizona taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,722 | $1,297 | $598 | 15.7% |
| $60,000 | $49,292 | $1,896 | $1,098 | 17.8% |
| $75,000 | $60,120 | $2,312 | $1,472 | 19.8% |
| $100,000 | $77,082 | $2,965 | $2,098 | 22.9% |
| $150,000 | $110,444 | $4,248 | $3,348 | 26.4% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Arizona earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,312 per paycheck, or $60,120 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Arizona taxes $1,472.
Not in Arizona?
Use our main paycheck calculator for any state, or browse paycheck calculators by state.
This calculator estimates your yearly tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks. Your employer's withholding depends on your W-4 and state forms, so individual paychecks can differ slightly. It doesn't include tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit.
Common questions
What is Arizona's income tax rate for 2026?
A flat 2.5% on taxable income, the same for every income level.
Does Arizona have city income taxes?
No. Only the state income tax applies to wages.
How much is withheld from an Arizona paycheck?
Employees choose a withholding percentage on Form A-4, from 0.5% to 3.5% of gross pay. Your actual tax is 2.5% of taxable income, which this calculator estimates.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Arizona?
About $60,120 a year, or $2,312 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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