Arizona minimum wage 2027: $15.65 an hour
Arizona's minimum wage rises from $15.15 to $15.65 an hour on January 1, 2027.
Arizona minimum wage at a glance
| Minimum wage now | $15.15 |
|---|---|
| 2027 minimum wage | $15.65 |
| Takes effect | January 1, 2027 |
| Status | Confirmed |
Arizona adjusts its minimum wage for inflation each January. The 2027 rate of $15.65 was published in September 2026. Tipped workers can be paid up to $3.00 an hour less if tips make up the difference. Flagstaff and Tucson set their own, higher rates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Arizona in 2027?
$15.65 an hour from January 1, 2027.
How much is Arizona minimum wage per year?
Working 40 hours a week for 52 weeks at $15.65 an hour comes to about $32,552 a year before tax, or $626.00 a week.
Can cities in Arizona set a higher minimum wage?
Where state law allows it, some cities and counties set higher local rates. Your employer must pay the highest rate that applies to you.
Source
Announcement or law for Arizona's rate. US Department of Labor: state minimum wage laws.
This page gives general information about state minimum wage rates. Many cities and counties set higher local rates, and special rates apply to tipped, young and some agricultural workers. Always check with your state labor department. This is not legal advice.