How much is a knee injury worth in Arizona workers' comp?
Arizona pays a scheduled permanent partial disability award for a knee injury: the law sets total loss at 50 months (a knee injury is rated as a partial loss of use of the leg).
How a knee injury is paid in Arizona
Rated as partial loss of use of the leg (50 months), with the schedule counted in months, not weeks.
Arizona pays these months at 55% of your average monthly wage, with the monthly wage capped at $6,131 for 2026 injuries.
What is different in Arizona
Arizona's schedule is in months, not weeks, and pays more for the dominant ('major') arm and hand than the minor one. Scheduled awards rise from 50% to 75% of average monthly wage if the worker cannot return to the job held at the time of injury.
Worked examples
| Rating | $800 weekly wage | $1,200 weekly wage | $1,600 weekly wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% loss of use | $9,533.33 | $14,300 | $16,860 |
| 25% loss of use | $23,833 | $35,750 | $42,151 |
| 50% loss of use | $47,667 | $71,500 | $84,301 |
| 100% loss of use | $95,333 | $143,000 | $168,603 |
Calculate your knee award
Settlement value vs. the statutory award
The figures on this page are what Arizona law sets. Many claims end in a negotiated settlement instead. Insurers usually start from the statutory award for your rating, then adjust for disputed ratings, future medical care, how long wage-loss benefits could run and the risk of a hearing. Knowing the statutory number for a knee injury helps you judge whether an offer is low.
Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | How a knee injury is paid | Max for total loss |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 50 months (as the leg) | $168,603 |
| California | impairment rating (see rule) | — |
| Colorado | 208 weeks (as the leg) | — |
| Nevada | impairment rating (see rule) | — |
| New Mexico | 150 weeks | $171,999 |
| Utah | 112 weeks | $97,440 |
"Max for total loss" applies to body-part schedules at the top weekly rate. Compare all 50 states and D.C.
While you recover: temporary disability in Arizona
Weekly temporary benefits while you cannot work follow these rules:
| Weekly rate | 66.67% of average monthly wage (AMW) |
|---|---|
| Maximum weekly benefit | $943.23 (2026-01-01 to 2026-12-31) |
| Minimum weekly benefit | No statutory minimum found |
| Waiting period | 7 days |
| Waiting days paid back after | 14 days of disability |
| Time limit on temporary benefits | No fixed week limit in statute |
Estimate your weekly check
Arizona caps the average monthly wage ($6,131 for 2026); the weekly maximum shown is the equivalent weekly amount.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a knee injury worth in Arizona workers' comp?
Arizona schedules 50 months for total loss, up to $168,603 at the top weekly rate. A partial loss is paid as a share of that, based on your doctor's rating and your wage.
What is the average workers' comp settlement for a knee injury in Arizona?
Arizona does not publish an official average. The best benchmark is the statutory award for your rating: for example, a 25% loss of use at a $1,200 weekly wage works out to about $35,750. Settlements move up or down from there.
What is the maximum weekly workers' comp benefit in Arizona in 2026?
The maximum weekly temporary total disability benefit is $943.23 (2026-01-01 to 2026-12-31).
Is there a waiting period in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona does not pay the first 7 days of lost time, but pays them back once disability lasts more than 14 days.
Which law sets these amounts?
A.R.S. §§23-1041, 23-1044, 23-1045, 23-1062. The official sources are linked at the bottom of this page.
Other injuries in Arizona
Law and official sources
Official sources
Statute: A.R.S. §§23-1041, 23-1044, 23-1045, 23-1062; A.R.S. §23-1044(B), (C)
- Industrial Commission of Arizona (official site)
- azica.gov/claims-amw-statutory-maximum-information-page
- azleg.gov/ars/23/01044.htm
- azleg.gov/ars/23/01062.htm
- secure.ssa.gov/poms.nsf/lnx/0452150045
Figures checked September 30, 2026. Maximums change every year; confirm current figures with the Arizona workers' compensation agency.
Estimate only. Your real award depends on your doctor's rating, your wage records, offsets and settlement terms. This page is general information, not legal advice.