Accountant salary in Arizona
Accountants in Arizona earn a median $79,970 a year, 4% below the national median of $83,680. That ranks #23 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $63,492.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 13-2011. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $79,970 | $6,664 | $3,076 | $38.45 |
| Average pay | $88,400 | $7,367 | $3,400 | $42.50 |
| Take-home (median) | $63,492 | $5,291 | $2,442 | $30.53 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $8,763 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $6,118 |
| Arizona income tax | $1,597 |
| Take-home | $63,492 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $63,065 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median accountant earns 2.5 times that.
Accountant pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $79,970 | $63,492 | $63,065 |
| California | $97,050 | $71,062 | $64,182 |
| Colorado | $97,030 | $73,103 | $70,938 |
| New Mexico | $78,580 | $61,583 | $66,785 |
| Nevada | $81,600 | $66,236 | $66,250 |
| Utah | $79,990 | $61,706 | $62,415 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do accountants make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $79,970 a year ($38.45 an hour), and the average is $88,400, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do accountants take home in Arizona?
- About $63,492 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $2,442 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do accountants earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #23 of 51 for median pay, 4% below the U.S. median of $83,680. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #39.