Take Home Pay for Arizona (2026)
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Arizona (AZ) Key Facts
State Income Tax
2.5%
Sales Tax Rate
5.6%
Property Tax Rate
0.62%
Overall State Tax Burden
8.7% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Arizona
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Arizona, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Arizona's state income tax.
Arizona Overview
Take-home pay in Arizona is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at flat 2.5%. With sales tax at 5.6% and property tax at 0.62%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Arizona workers.
How Arizona Compares
Arizona's combined rates (income: 2.5%, sales: 5.6%, property: 0.62%) compare to California (13.3%, 7.25%, 0.74%) and Nevada (0%, 6.85%, 0.6%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13.3% | California has an income tax rate of 13.3%. |
| Nevada | 0% | Nevada has an income tax rate of 0%. |
| New Mexico | 5.9% | New Mexico has an income tax rate of 5.9%. |
Arizona's income tax rate of 2.5% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is below the national average.
Tips for Arizona Residents
- 1Arizona state income tax at flat 2.5% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Arizona's sales tax (5.6%) and property tax (0.62%) when calculating real purchasing power.
- 3Pre-tax 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions reduce both federal and state taxable income, increasing your net pay.
- 4Your effective tax rate is typically lower than your marginal rate, especially in flat tax states.
- 5After major life changes (marriage, new child, job change), review both federal W-4 and state withholding forms to optimize take-home pay.