How Arizona Paychecks Are Taxed in 2026
Arizona taxes all income at a flat 2.5%, one of the lowest flat rates in the country. Its standard deduction follows the older federal amount ($8,350 single, $16,700 married filing jointly) rather than the larger 2026 federal deduction.
For 2026, Arizona has a flat 2.5% state income tax. Before the rates apply, Arizona allows a standard deduction of $8,350 for single filers ($16,700 for married couples filing jointly).
As a reference point, a single filer in Arizona earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions keeps about $49,099 a year, or roughly $1,888.41 per bi-weekly paycheck. Enter your own pay above to see your numbers.
Arizona Paycheck Taxes at a Glance
How Arizona's Flat Tax Works
Every Arizona taxpayer pays the same 2.5% rate on taxable income, so the math is short:
On a $60,000 salary that comes to about $1,291 a year ($49.66 per bi-weekly paycheck), an effective state rate of 2.15%, lower than the headline rate because of the deductions taken first.
Federal and Arizona Payroll Taxes
Payroll taxes are separate from income tax and work the same in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an extra 0.9% withheld on wages over $200,000.
Arizona does not withhold a statewide employee payroll tax such as disability or paid family leave insurance.
Take-Home Pay by Salary in Arizona
Yearly estimates with the standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions and no local tax. Married figures assume one earner filing jointly.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Arizona tax | Take-home, single | Take-home, married |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $541 | $25,744 | $27,373 |
| $45,000 | $3,220 | $3,443 | $916 | $37,421 | $39,570 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,291 | $49,099 | $51,488 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $1,666 | $59,926 | $63,165 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $2,291 | $76,889 | $82,628 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $3,541 | $110,250 | $119,853 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $4,791 | $144,136 | $154,739 |
A $60,000 Paycheck in Arizona, Line by Line
Single filer, paid bi-weekly (26 paychecks), standard withholding, no pre-tax deductions.
Over a year that's $49,099 take-home, with a total tax rate of 18.2%. Arizona income tax is 2.15% of gross pay.
Arizona vs. Nearby States
Yearly take-home on a $60,000 salary, single filer, no pre-tax deductions or local tax.
Arizona Paycheck FAQs
What is the Arizona state income tax rate in 2026?
Arizona uses a flat 2.5% rate for 2026, applied to taxable income after the state's deductions and exemptions.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Arizona?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Arizona takes home about $49,099 a year, or $1,888.41 per bi-weekly paycheck, with standard withholding and no pre-tax deductions.
Do I pay local income tax in Arizona?
Arizona does not have general city or county income taxes on wages.
Does Arizona withhold any state payroll taxes?
No. Arizona has no statewide employee payroll tax for disability or paid leave, so only federal Social Security and Medicare apply.
Does filing status change my Arizona tax?
Yes. Arizona gives married couples filing jointly different brackets, deductions or exemptions than single filers, and filing status also changes your federal withholding.
Will my paycheck match this calculator exactly?
It should be close. The calculator estimates your yearly taxes and spreads them across your paychecks. Your employer uses your W-4, any state withholding form, your benefit elections and its payroll system, so your stub can differ by a few dollars.