Hourly to Salary for Arizona (2026)
Arizona (AZ) Key Facts
Minimum Wage
$14.35/hr
Minimum Annual Salary (at 40 hrs/wk)
$29,848
Median Hourly Rate
$31.25/hr
Median Household Income
$65,000
State Income Tax Rate
2.5%
How This Calculator Works in Arizona
This calculator converts an hourly wage to its annual, monthly, biweekly, and weekly salary equivalents for workers in Arizona. Enter your hourly rate and work schedule to see the breakdown. It uses the standard 2,080-hour work year by default and can be adjusted for different weekly hours or weeks per year to match your actual schedule.
Arizona Overview
Arizona's minimum wage is $14.35/hr per hour — Arizona's minimum wage of $14.35/hr is adjusted annually for inflation based on the Consumer Price Index, so it rises automatically each year. The median hourly wage in Arizona is approximately $31.25/hr, and the median household income is $65,000. Arizona's inflation-indexed minimum wage means workers can expect annual increases without waiting for legislative action.
How Arizona Compares
Arizona's minimum wage of $14.35 is higher than neighboring New Mexico's $12.00. The median hourly rate of $31.25 exceeds New Mexico's $25.48. States with higher minimum wages generally have higher costs of living — Arizona's cost of living index is 103 compared to the national average of 100.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $12.00/hr min wage | New Mexico has a minimum wage of $12.00, a median hourly rate of approximately $25.48, and a state income tax rate up to 5.9%. |
| Utah | $7.25/hr min wage | Utah has a minimum wage of $7.25, a median hourly rate of approximately $36.06, and a state income tax rate up to 4.65%. |
| Nevada | $12.00/hr min wage | Nevada has a minimum wage of $12.00, a median hourly rate of approximately $31.25, and no state income tax. |
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, which translates to $15,080 annually at full time. Arizona's minimum wage of $14.35 yields an annual salary of $29,848. The median hourly wage in Arizona is approximately $31.25, which is above the national median of roughly $26.44 per hour.
Tips for Arizona Residents
- 1Arizona's minimum wage automatically adjusts for inflation each year, currently at $14.35/hr, providing predictable annual increases for hourly workers. Use the state minimum as a baseline when evaluating hourly job offers in Arizona.
- 2The standard conversion assumes 2,080 working hours per year (40 hours/week times 52 weeks). Adjust for unpaid time off if your employer does not offer paid vacation.
- 3Arizona has a state income tax with a top rate of 2.5%. Factor in both state and federal taxes when estimating take-home pay from your hourly rate.
- 4If you regularly work overtime in Arizona, your effective annual salary will be higher than the standard 40-hour calculation. Use the overtime calculator for a more precise estimate.
- 5When comparing hourly pay to a salaried offer, add the value of benefits like health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off — these typically represent 20-30% of additional compensation value.