Arizona Sales Tax Rates 2026 | 8.597% Average

Arizona Sales Tax Overview

As of 2026, Arizona has an average combined sales tax rate of 8.597%, with rates ranging from 5.6% to 16% depending on your specific location. The state's sales tax is collected through the Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT), which is technically a tax on the seller rather than the buyer. With 519 tracked jurisdictions, the actual rate you pay depends on a combination of state, county, and city-level taxes applied to your zip code.

The sales tax in Arizona is composed of multiple layers. The state sets a base rate that applies uniformly across all jurisdictions. On top of this, individual counties and cities may add their own surcharges. This layered system means that the rate you pay can vary significantly even within the same state. For example, the lowest rate in Arizona is 5.6% while the highest reaches 16% — a spread of 10.4%.

Arizona Tax Examples (Average Rate)

$25 meal $2.15 tax

$100 purchase $8.60 tax

$500 electronics $42.99 tax

$1,000 appliance $85.97 tax

* Based on average rate of 8.597%. Actual tax depends on your zip code.

Top Jurisdictions in Arizona

YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION RESERVATION 86322

16%

YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION RESERVATION 86324

15.85%

FORT MCDOWELL YAVAPAI NATION RESERVATION 85264

15.3%

12.9%

12.9%

12.9%

12.9%

12.9%

12.9%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85901

12.43%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85911

12.43%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85926

12.43%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85929

12.43%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85935

12.43%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85941

12.43%

NAVAJO 86031

12.43%

NAVAJO 86054

12.43%

NAVAJO 86510

12.43%

YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION RESERVATION 86335

12.35%

FORT APACHE RESERVATION 85930

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

12.1%

11.7%

11.7%

11.1%

11.1%

11.1%

11.1%

11.1%

11.1%

11.1%

PASCUA PUEBLO YAQUI RESERVATION 85746

11.1%

PIMA 85756

11.1%

PASCUA PUEBLO YAQUI RESERVATION 85757

11.1%

10.9%

10.712%

10.712%

10.712%

10.7%

10.7%

10.7%

10.6%

10.48%

10.48%

10.4%

10.4%

10.4%

10.4%

10.35%

10.35%

10.3%

10.212%

10.1%

10%

9.9%

9.9%

9.9%

9.9%

9.9%

9.9%

9.9%

9.85%

9.85%

9.8%

9.7%

9.7%

9.7%

9.7%

9.6%

9.6%

9.6%

9.6%

9.6%

9.6%

9.43%

9.43%

9.43%

PINETOP-LAKESIDE 86520

9.43%

9.386%

9.386%

9.386%

9.386%

9.386%

9.3%

9.3%

9.3%

9.3%

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9.3%

9.3%

9.3%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

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9.2%

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9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

9.2%

PRESCOTT VALLEY 86312

9.18%

PRESCOTT VALLEY 86314

9.18%

PRESCOTT VALLEY 86315

9.18%

PRESCOTT VALLEY 86327

9.18%

PHOENIX 85001

9.1%

PHOENIX 85002

9.1%

PHOENIX 85003

9.1%

MARICOPA COUNTY STADIUM DISTRICT 85004

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

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9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85117

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85118

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85119

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85120

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85178

9.1%

APACHE JUNCTION 85208

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

9.1%

8.95%

8.95%

8.95%

8.9%

PARADISE VALLEY 85250

8.8%

8.8%

8.8%

8.8%

8.8%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85701

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85702

8.7%

TUCSON 85703

8.7%

TUCSON 85704

8.7%

PASCUA PUEBLO YAQUI OFF-RESERVATION TRUST LAND 85705

8.7%

TUCSON 85706

8.7%

TUCSON 85707

8.7%

TUCSON 85708

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85709

8.7%

TUCSON 85710

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85711

8.7%

TUCSON 85712

8.7%

TUCSON 85714

8.7%

TUCSON 85715

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85716

8.7%

TUCSON 85717

8.7%

TUCSON 85718

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85719

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

TUCSON RIO NUEVO DISTRICT SP 85745

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.7%

8.6%

8.6%

8.6%

8.6%

8.6%

8.6%

Business Compliance in Arizona

Businesses operating in Arizona are required to register for a sales tax permit, collect the correct rate at the point of sale, and remit taxes on a regular filing schedule (monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on volume). Failure to collect and remit the correct amount can result in penalties, interest, and audit exposure from the state revenue department. If you sell online, be aware that economic nexus laws may also require collection in Arizona if your sales exceed certain thresholds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average sales tax rate in Arizona?

The average combined sales tax rate in Arizona is 8.597% as of 2026. This includes state, county, and local taxes.

What is the highest sales tax rate in Arizona?

The highest combined sales tax rate in Arizona is 16% in YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION RESERVATION (86322).

What is the lowest sales tax rate in Arizona?

The lowest combined sales tax rate in Arizona is 5.6% in MOHAVE (85360).

How many tax jurisdictions does Arizona have?

Arizona has 519 tracked tax jurisdictions in our database. Each jurisdiction may have a different combined rate due to varying county and city taxes.

Does Arizona charge sales tax on groceries?

Sales tax rules for groceries vary by state. In many states, unprepared food and grocery items are exempt or taxed at a reduced rate. Check with the Arizona revenue department for specific exemption details, as rules can change annually.

How do I calculate sales tax in Arizona?

To calculate sales tax in Arizona, look up your specific zip code to find the exact combined rate. Multiply the purchase price by that rate. For example, at the average rate of 8.597%, a $100 purchase would incur $8.60 in tax.

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