The Flagstaff minimum wage for 2026 is $18.35 per hour, $3.20 more than the Arizona state minimum of $15.15 and well above the $7.25 federal floor. +$3.20 over the state minimum.
All employers for work performed in Flagstaff. Tipped cash wage is $18.35; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $18.35 minimum.
Flagstaff wage details
City minimum wage
$18.35 per hour
Next scheduled change
January 1, 2027
Set by
Local ordinance
Tipped employees
Tipped cash wage is $18.35; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $18.35 minimum.
Who it applies to
All employers for work performed in Flagstaff.
Flagstaff vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Flagstaff | $18.35 per hour |
| Arizona | $15.15 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Flagstaff that is the $18.35 city rate.