Arizona Pay Period and Frequency Laws

Various labor laws and regulations are in effect across the United States. Some federal laws apply to all states, but no law is in place around pay period and frequency on a nationwide level. Explore the requirements around the schedule for paying employees in Arizona.

Does Arizona Have Pay Period and Frequency Laws That Differ from Federal Laws?

Arizona has laws that dictate pay frequency unlike federal law which does not specify any pay period requirements.

How Often Do Employers Need to Pay Employees in Arizona?

Labor law 23-351 says employers in Arizona must designate two paydays per month, no more than 16 days apart. Companies whose primary place of business are located outside the state may designate one or more days of the month as payday for certain administrative or supervisory roles.

Are There Designated Arizona Payday Limits Requirements?

Arizona law says paydays may be no more than 16 days apart.

How Long After a Pay Period Must Wage be Paid in Arizona?

Wages must be paid no later than five working days after the end of the pay period. Exceptions include:

• employees of or contracted by school districts, who may receive their paycheck no later than seven business days after the end of a pay period
• employees of businesses who operate primarily outside Arizona, who may receive their paycheck no later than ten days after the end of a pay period

What Are the Penalties to Employers for Late Paychecks in Arizona?

An employer who violates Arizona pay period laws will be guilty of a petty offense.

What Are the Paycheck Requirements for An Employee Whose Employment Has Been Terminated?

Arizona law says a terminated employee must be paid no later than seven working days from the the last day of work or the end of the next regular pay period, whichever is sooner. An employee who quits must be paid no later than the next payday covering the time worked.

Are There Any Municipalities or Cities in Arizona That Have Differing Pay Period or Pay Frequency Laws?

No, all Arizona pay period and frequency laws apply statewide.

Are There Any Other Laws in Arizona Regarding Pay Periods and Pay Frequency?

Arizona employers may choose to pay wages in the following ways:

• Cash
• Physical bank check
• Direct deposit into a bank account
• Deposit into a payroll card account

Employees must receive a written or electronic statement of earnings and witholdings.

School district employees may choose to receive their wages during the months worked or prorated for the calendar year.

Accurate hours are critical to accurate paychecks. An automated time and labor platform like WorkforceHub streamlines how you collect employee time data. Integrations with top payroll platforms ensure that employees receive the proper pay for hours worked. Plus, you can set up pay periods within the platform that comply with Arizona regulations.