HOURLY WAGE INDEX

Let’s talk wages in Tucson

$13.85

What is the minimum wage in Tucson?

The current minimum wage in Tucson, Arizona is $13.85 per hour for all employees, regardless of tipped status. This is the same as the state minimum wage, which was last increased on January 1, 2023. The federal minimum wage is currently $7.25 per hour, but it does not apply to Arizona employers.

The minimum wage in Tucson is higher than the national average of $7.25 per hour. However, it is lower than the minimum wages in some other major cities, such as Seattle ($17.27 per hour) and San Francisco ($16.07 per hour).

The minimum wage in Tucson is expected to increase to $14.25 per hour on January 1, 2024, and to $15.00 per hour on January 1, 2025.

$15-20

What is the living wage in Tucson?

The cost of living in Tucson varies depending on a number of factors, including the size of your household, your housing costs, and your transportation costs. However, a livable wage in Tucson is generally considered to be between $15 and $20 per hour.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between gross wages and net wages?

It's important to remember that the Hourly Wage Index data above reflects gross wages, or the amount of money an employee earns before accounting for payroll deductions like taxes, benefits, or wage garnishments. Due to variability in tax rates across locations, slightly lower gross wages in a certain location might result in higher take home pay, or vice versa.

What is a good hourly wage?

This question is a difficult one to answer, as a "good hourly wage" is highly subjective according to experience, work responsibilities, cost of living, and other factors. We recommend using Hourly Wage Index data as a starting point. Once you have established a baseline for certain positions, do further research into similar businesses in your area. Lastly, consider surveying your employees. They're the best resource to help you know what is a good hourly wage, what competitive pay looks like in your location, and how competitive wages change in your industry over time.

Offering competitive pay is one of my top priorities—what other resources do you have that might help?

We know that getting applicants to pay attention to your business can be extremely challenging, and that offering competitive pay is a huge part of that. Wages aren’t everything, however! Applicant experience is another important factor that can help set you apart from your competition. A few examples include:

Short, easy to understand job descriptions
Mobile-friendliness
Quick communication
Streamlined interview stages

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