Arizona Payroll & Paycheck Tax Calculator
Running payroll in the Grand Canyon State shouldn't feel like hiking the desert without water. From Phoenix to Flagstaff, our Arizona Payroll Tax Calculator makes calculating employee withholdings as clear as an Arizona sunrise. Handle state income tax, unemployment insurance, and federal requirements with confidence—all in one simple, powerful tool.
Arizona Payroll Tax Steps
Arizona’s straightforward tax structure might seem like a desert oasis compared to other states, but accuracy still matters when the temperature rises. Our calculator helps you navigate Arizona’s payroll requirements without breaking a sweat, ensuring precise calculations whether you’re in the Valley of the Sun or up in the high country. Skip the guesswork and deliver compliant paychecks every time.
Here are some key steps you’ll have to take to make smarter payroll decisions.
Step #1: Register with Arizona Department of Revenue and DES
Before hiring your first employee in Arizona, you'll need to register with the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) for withholding taxes and the Department of Economic Security (DES) for unemployment insurance. Arizona's online registration through AZTaxes.gov makes the process as smooth as a Sedona red rock. You'll receive separate account numbers for each agency.
New employers pay 2.0% unemployment tax on the first $8,000 of each employee's wages—one of the lower wage bases nationally.
Step #2: Handle Arizona's Streamlined Form Requirements
Step #3: Master Arizona's Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws
Step #4: Follow Arizona's Pay Period and Leave Requirements
Step #5: Use our Simple Arizona Payroll Calculator
Step #6: Submit Taxes and File Arizona Payroll Reports
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