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Minimum Wage in Arizona

Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 per hour in 2026, employers may pay tipped workers up to $3.00 less ($12.15), and the rate is adjusted for inflation each January 1.

Last checked . General information, not legal advice.

Arizona at a glance

Minimum wage (per hour)
$15.15
2026 rate after the annual cost of living adjustment.
Tipped cash wage (per hour)
$12.15
Employers may pay up to $3.00 less than the minimum wage if tips make up the difference.
Next scheduled increase
Inflation adjustment on January 1, 2027
The rate rises each January 1 by the CPI increase, rounded to the nearest five cents.

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The rules in Arizona

What is the minimum wage in Arizona in 2026?

Minimum wage (per hour) in Arizona: $15.15. 2026 rate after the annual cost of living adjustment.

What is the minimum cash wage for tipped employees in Arizona?

Tipped cash wage (per hour) in Arizona: $12.15. Employers may pay up to $3.00 less than the minimum wage if tips make up the difference.

When is the next minimum wage increase in Arizona?

Next scheduled increase in Arizona: Inflation adjustment on January 1, 2027. The rate rises each January 1 by the CPI increase, rounded to the nearest five cents.

Where do the Arizona minimum wage laws come from?

The rules above come from Ariz. Rev. Stat. 23-363. Each source is linked on this page. We last checked them in October 2026.

What this means in practice

Check which rate applies before setting pay. Coverage rules, employer size thresholds, and exemptions for certain jobs or industries differ, and a local ordinance may require more than the state rate. The statute linked on each state page is the starting point.

Where a lower tipped cash wage is allowed, the employer usually must make up the difference whenever tips fall short of the full minimum wage for the pay period. Keeping accurate records of hours worked and tips reported helps show that every pay period met the minimum.

Rates can change on fixed dates, often January 1 or July 1, and some states adjust them each year for inflation. Reviewing pay rates, offer letters, and employment contracts ahead of each scheduled change helps avoid underpayment claims.

General information, not legal advice. Laws change, and cities can add their own rules, so check the current statute before you rely on it.