Arizona has a flat 2.5% state income tax — one of the lowest flat rates in the US. Great news for Phoenix and Scottsdale freelancers.
Arizona passed Proposition 208 and then Prop 131, resulting in a flat 2.5% income tax rate starting 2023. This is one of the lowest flat state income tax rates in the country.
Use our 1099 calculator — select California from the state dropdown for your exact federal + state total.
Arizona's standard deduction ($13,850 single) is close to the federal amount, making AZ taxable income similar to federal taxable income.
Like all states with income tax, Arizona requires quarterly estimated payments if you expect to owe $1,000+ in state tax.
Pay at aztaxes.gov. Same dates as federal.
AZ conforms to federal retirement rules. $20K SEP-IRA saves only ~$500 in AZ tax — small but still worth it.
AZ conforms to federal home office rules.
67¢/mile reduces AZ taxable income.
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson do not have city income taxes on individuals.
An AZ freelancer earning $100K saves ~$7,000–$10,000 vs the same income in California.
These are estimates. Use the 1099 tax calculator with California selected for your exact number based on your deductions.
California has progressive rates from 1% to 13.3%. Most freelancers earning $50,000–$100,000 pay a 9.3% marginal rate. Use our 1099 tax calculator with California selected for your exact amount.
Yes. Pay federal quarterly estimated taxes at irs.gov/payments and California taxes at ftb.ca.gov. Same 4 deadlines: Apr 15, Jun 16, Sep 15, Jan 15.
Only $5,202 for single filers versus the federal $14,600. This means California taxes $9,398 more of your income than the IRS. At 9.3%, that costs you an additional $874 in state tax.
No. California does not conform to the federal 20% Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction. Your California taxable income will be higher than your federal taxable income as a result.
At $80,000 net income: save 38–42%. This covers federal SE tax (~14%), federal income tax (~18%), and California state tax (~8–9%). Use the 1099 calculator for your exact number.
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