Arizona Salary & Paycheck Calculators
Updated October 2024Arizona's tax system stands out for its simplicity and relatively low burden on taxpayers. As of 2024, the Grand Canyon State employs a flat income tax rate of 2.5% for all income levels and filing statuses, making it one of the most straightforward tax structures in the United States.
Arizona Income Tax Highlights
- Flat Tax Rate: 2.5% on all taxable income
Arizona Calculators & Tools
Calculate Your Take-Home Pay
Input your income details and see how much you make after taxes and deductions.
Bonus Calculators
Find out how much your bonus will be taxed.
Net-to-Gross
Find out how much your gross pay should be for a specific take-home pay.
Withholding Forms
Key Points to remember about the Arizona Paycheck Structure
- Federal Taxes: While Arizona's state tax is straightforward, federal income taxes still apply and can significantly impact your take-home pay.
- Withholding Elections: Employees can choose their withholding percentage (between 0% and 3.5%) using Form A-4. If no selection is made by February 15th, employers default to a 2.0% withholding rate.
- Supplemental Wages: Bonuses and other supplemental wages are taxed at the same rate as regular income in Arizona.
- No Local Income Taxes: Arizona does not impose any local income taxes, simplifying payroll calculations across the state.
- Minimum Wage: As of 2024, Arizona's minimum wage is $14.35 per hour, which can affect payroll calculations for hourly workers.
- Standard Deduction (2023):
- Single or Married Filing Separately: $13,850
- Married Filing Jointly: $27,700
- Head of Household: $20,800
- Arizona allows for certain adjustments to income, including a unique feature where taxpayers can increase their standard deduction by 31% of their qualified charitable contributions made during the tax year.
Understanding these factors and utilizing the available calculators can help both employers and employees navigate Arizona's payroll landscape effectively. Whether you're budgeting for personal finances or managing a business's payroll, these tools and insights provide valuable assistance in estimating and planning for paycheck outcomes in the Grand Canyon State.
Learn more about the Payroll Process in Arizona
Visit the Arizona Payroll Guide page
Additional Payroll Considerations
- State Unemployment Insurance (SUI): The wage base is $8,000 for 2024, with rates ranging from 0.05% to 6.76%.
- New Hire Reporting: Employers must report new hires to the Arizona New Hire Reporting Center.
- Paid Sick Leave: Arizona mandates paid sick leave accrual at one hour per 30 hours worked, with maximum accruals based on employer size
Fun Facts
Arizona, in the southwestern U.S., is known for its desert landscapes and landmarks like the Grand Canyon. It’s home to the iconic saguaro cactus, which only grows in the Sonoran Desert. Arizona is also unique for not observing Daylight Saving Time and has a rich mix of Native American and Old West history.
