Arizona abortion: laws, cost, and how to access care

If you’re in Arizona and need abortion care, you have safe, legal options. But even with abortion protected under the state constitution, patients still face burdensome requirements like mandatory waiting periods, ultrasounds, and a ban on telehealth abortion care. 

This guide walks you through what abortion costs in Arizona, what state law allows, and where you can find trusted providers in-state—or travel to nearby states like California, Colorado, Nevada, or New Mexico. Hey Jane is a leading virtual abortion clinic in the U.S., but does not currently serve patients in Arizona.

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How much does an abortion cost in Arizona?

The average cost of abortion depends on factors like how far along the pregnancy is, what type of abortion you get, the provider you choose, and related costs like transportation and travel. While Hey Jane does not serve patients in Arizona, below are the average costs Arizona providers have reported to the research group ANSIRH.

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Does insurance cover abortion in Arizona?

Potentially. Private insurance can bring the cost of abortion care to as low as $0 depending on your plan. This includes your co-pay or co-insurance fees and whether or not you've hit your deductible (the initial cost you have to pay out-of-pocket before insurance starts to cover medical costs). However, Arizona prohibits insurance plans on the state marketplace from covering abortion care, with a few exceptions. Learn more here.

Check with your insurance provider by calling the number on the back of your card for more information about coverage.

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Does Medicaid cover abortion in Arizona?

Generally, no. Arizona’s Medicaid program follows the Hyde Amendment, which restricts the use of federal funds for abortion except:

• When the pregnant person’s life or health are at risk
• When a fetus has a lethal condition
• In cases of rape and incest. 

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Can I get help paying for an abortion? 

Yes—abortion funds can cover the full or partial cost of treatment as well as travel if you're not able to get care locally. Learn more about abortion funds and how they might be able to help you get the care you need.

What you need to know about Arizona abortion laws

Abortion is legal in Arizona. In November 2024, Arizona voters passed Proposition 139, which established the constitutional right to abortion care. 

That amendment prevents the state from limiting abortion before fetal viability. Despite this, Arizona has tried to restrict abortion access beyond 15 weeks. In March 2025, a state superior court ruled the law unconstitutional and blocked it from being enforced. 

Although abortion is legal in Arizona up to fetal viability, the state still has barriers to care, including:

• Delays and extra visits: Patients must receive biased in-person counseling and then wait at least 24 hours before getting care.
• Unnecessary testing: Patients are required to get an ultrasound before an abortion, which is not medically necessary in most cases.
• Telehealth ban: Medication abortion is not allowed to be prescribed through virtual providers like the ones available through Hey Jane. 
• Insurance restrictions: Arizona Medicaid does not cover abortion except in limited circumstances, and restricts some private insurance plans in the same way.
• Permission for minors: Parental notification and consent are required, though a judge may be able to waive this requirement.

Arizona’s abortion laws are constantly evolving. Stay up to date on the latest.

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How late can you get an abortion in Arizona?

Abortion is legal in Arizona before fetal viability, which is the stage of pregnancy when a fetus has developed enough that it is able to survive outside the uterus without extreme medical help. It usually happens around 24 to 26 weeks of pregnancy, but is determined by a physician on a case-by-case basis.

After that, abortion is only allowed to protect the life or health of the pregnant person.

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Who can get an abortion in Arizona?

Anyone with a uterus can get an abortion in Arizona before fetal viability (usually 24-26 weeks) as determined by a qualified provider.

Residency is not required, so people from other states can travel to Arizona for care. Residents may also travel to other states where abortion is less restricted.

College students, military servicemembers, undocumented individuals, and minors all have the right to seek abortion care within these timeframes as well. 

However, parental involvement is required for abortion seekers under 18 years old. If a minor patient cannot get permission for abortion care from a parent, conservator, or guardian, they can ask to skip this requirement through a judicial bypass

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What types of abortion are available in Arizona?

There are two main types of abortion:

• Medication abortion (the abortion pill): Uses two medications, mifepristone and misoprostol, to end a pregnancy. It’s typically available up to 10 weeks of pregnancy at in-person clinics. Telehealth abortion care, such as through Hey Jane, is banned in Arizona.
• Procedural abortion (in-clinic): A clinician uses gentle suction to empty the uterus in a quick 5-15 minute procedure. This option is available until fetal viability in Arizona with some exceptions .

Both methods are safe, effective, and commonly used in the U.S. The right option for you depends on how far along your pregnancy is, your health history, and your personal preference. You can use our pregnancy calculator to understand how many weeks pregnant you are—as well as learn about your options.

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Where can I get an abortion in Arizona?

Abortion is legal throughout the state of Arizona from big cities like Phoenix and Tucson to more rural towns. Depending on factors like where in the state you live and how far along your pregnancy is, you may have access to nearby in-person clinics.

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If you can travel or are near the border of Arizona, you may be able to get care through Hey Jane. Hey Jane provides access to abortion pills by mail to 22 states, including nearby California, Colorado, Nevada, or New Mexico. If you’re physically located anywhere in one of these states, you can start your consultation right away. Once approved, you can have your medications shipped to any convenient in-state address—such as a hotel, Airbnb, friend’s house, PO Box, or FedEx pickup location.

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Beware of fake clinics in Arizona

When looking for an abortion provider, make sure to use trusted resources like INeedAnA.com or AbortionFinder. That’s because there are fake clinics, (sometimes called crisis pregnancy centers) that may seem like a real clinic but are not—and they try to convince abortion seekers to continue their pregnancy. These fake clinics often use misinformation or scare tactics to prevent people from accessing real abortion care, and are not bound by HIPAA to keep medical information private. (Horrible, we know!)

Arizona has at least 45 fake abortion clinics, which is 5 times the number of real ones. Because fake clinics often change names or aren’t consistently tracked, different sources list slightly different information. If you’re not sure about a clinic, you can check either exposefakeclinics.com or crisispregnancycentermap.com.

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Abortion in Arizona is safe and legal

And it’s a basic health care need for millions of people who can become pregnant. In fact, about 1 in 4 people with a uterus will have at least one abortion in their lifetime.

Despite this, state restrictions can make it harder to access care in Arizona—but not impossible. 

If you need help finding a trusted provider, use resources like Abortion Finder, INeedAnA.com, or Plan C to explore your options. And if you can travel to a neighboring state like California, Colorado, Nevada, or New Mexico, you may be eligible for virtual abortion care through Hey Jane.