Overtime Pay in Arizona
State-specific overview · Employment Law
Arizona requires overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week; no daily overtime threshold.
How Arizona treats Overtime Pay
Arizona follows the federal weekly standard of 40 hours before overtime kicks in. The state does not impose a daily overtime requirement like some states do. Overtime is calculated on a weekly basis, and the rate must be at least 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly wage.
The general definition of Overtime Pay
Compensation at an increased rate for hours worked beyond the standard workweek, typically 1.5 times the regular wage.
Overtime pay is extra compensation that employers must provide when employees work more than a certain number of hours per week, usually 40 hours. Under federal law, overtime must be paid at one and a half times the employee's regular hourly rate (called "time and a half"). Some states require overtime for hours over 8 in a single day or for the seventh consecutive day worked. Certain employees, like managers and salaried professionals, may be exempt from overtime requirements. Employers who fail to pay overtime owe back wages plus penalties.
Read the full Overtime Pay entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Arizona.