Tax Planning for Physicians in Phoenix, AZ (2026)
Physicians in Phoenix pay federal tax at up to 37% plus Arizona income tax (a top rate of 2.5%). Here is how the 2026 rules apply to doctors, dentists and practice owners in Phoenix, AZ.
2026 at a glance for Phoenix, AZ physicians
| Arizona income tax | Top rate of 2.5% (2026) |
|---|---|
| State tax on $400,000 of state taxable income | $10,000 single / $10,000 married filing jointly |
| State tax on $1,000,000 (married filing jointly) | $25,000 |
| City income tax | None on wages |
| Pass-through entity tax | Available (elective) |
| Top federal rate | 37% (from $640,600 single / $768,700 joint) |
State tax figures apply Arizona's 2026 brackets to state taxable income and ignore credits, deductions and local taxes.
Local taxes in Phoenix
Phoenix does not levy a city income tax, and Arizona physicians generally do not face a separate city or county income tax on wages. Your tax picture is the federal rules plus Arizona, which has a top rate of 2.5%.
State rules that apply in Phoenix
Yes. The state has an elective pass-through entity tax (PTET) that partnerships and S corporations can use to deduct state income tax at the entity level.
- Arizona taxes income at a flat 2.5%, one of the lowest rates in the country, so relocating physicians often see the biggest change at the federal level.
- Practice owners can still use Arizona's elective pass-through entity tax to move state tax above the federal SALT cap.
Where the savings usually come from
For most Phoenix physicians, federal planning drives the largest results: W-2 strategies such as 401(k)/403(b), 457(b) and the backdoor Roth; 1099 and locum planning; entity and cash balance plan design for practice owners; and real estate strategies for physicians with time to participate.
More physician tax guides
- Other Arizona cities: Tucson, Scottsdale, Mesa.
- State rules: Arizona physician tax guide and all 50 state guides.
- By specialty: Cardiologists, Gastroenterologists, Psychiatrists, Anesthesiologists and every specialty.
- Core strategy: tax planning for physicians, tax planning for medical practice owners, advanced strategies for high-income physicians and S corporation tax planning for physicians, plus the physician tax glossary.
Frequently asked questions
Does Phoenix have a city income tax?
No. Phoenix does not levy a city income tax on wages.
What state income tax do physicians in Phoenix pay?
Arizona has a top rate of 2.5% for 2026. On $400,000 of state taxable income, the 2026 brackets produce about $10,000 for a married couple filing jointly, before credits.
Can GenWealth 360 work with physicians in Phoenix?
Yes. GenWealth 360 works with physicians, dentists and practice owners nationwide, including Phoenix, through virtual meetings. Our office is in Long Beach, California.
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This article is for general educational purposes and is not tax, legal or investment advice. Tax law changes often and its application depends on your facts. Figures reflect 2026 rules as published by the sources listed above. Consult a qualified professional before acting. See our editorial policy.