Arizona paycheck taxes at a glance
Arizona has a flat 2.5% income tax. Every paycheck also has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) withheld. This calculator uses 2026 Arizona rules and 2026 federal brackets.
| Income tax | Flat 2.5% |
| Standard deduction | $15,750 single · $31,500 married |
| Personal exemption | $0 single · $0 married |
| 401(k) contributions | Excluded from state taxable wages |
| Local income taxes | None — No local income taxes. |
| State payroll deductions | None |
The calculator applies the main Arizona rates, deductions, exemptions and credits above. Dependent credits, itemized deductions and special rules for very high incomes are not included.
Take-home pay examples in Arizona
Single filer, standard deduction, no 401(k), paid bi-weekly.
| Salary | Take-home / year | / month | / paycheck | State & local tax | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,714 | $2,809 | $1,297 | $606 | 15.7% |
| $60,000 | $49,284 | $4,107 | $1,896 | $1,106 | 17.9% |
| $80,000 | $63,504 | $5,292 | $2,442 | $1,606 | 20.6% |
| $100,000 | $77,074 | $6,423 | $2,964 | $2,106 | 22.9% |
| $150,000 | $110,435 | $9,203 | $4,247 | $3,356 | 26.4% |
Full breakdown by salary: $30,000 · $40,000 · $50,000 · $60,000 · $70,000 · $80,000 · $90,000 · $100,000 · $120,000 · $150,000
Good to know
- Arizona taxes individual income at a flat 2.5%.
- Arizona employers withhold a flat percentage the employee picks on Form A-4, from 0.5% to 3.5% of gross taxable wages, or 2.0% if no form is filed.
- Groceries are exempt from the state's 5.6% transaction privilege tax, but many cities tax food for home consumption.
Also see the Arizona sales tax calculator.
Sources
Paycheck calculators for other states
Frequently asked questions
What is the Arizona income tax rate for 2026?
Arizona has a flat income tax of 2.5% on taxable income for 2026.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Arizona?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $49,284 a year ($4,107 a month) in Arizona, after federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare ($4,590) and Arizona income tax ($1,106), using 2026 rules and the standard deduction.
Are 401(k) contributions taxed in Arizona?
No. Traditional 401(k) contributions lower both your federal and Arizona taxable income. They are still subject to Social Security and Medicare.