Paycheck Tax Calculator
See an approximate paycheck breakdown with federal brackets, FICA payroll taxes, and a flat state income tax rate. Enter per-paycheck deductions to tailor the net pay estimate to your situation.
How to use this tool
- Annual gross payEnter your salary or total wages before taxes.
- Pay frequencyChoose how often you get paid so the calculator divides your annual income correctly.
- Filing statusSelect your federal filing status for the correct standard deduction and brackets.
- StatePick where you work or pay state income tax to apply the appropriate tax rate.
- Pre-tax deductions per paycheckOptional. Enter amounts withheld before taxes (401k, HSA, commuter benefits).
- Post-tax deductions per paycheckOptional. Add insurance premiums or other after-tax deductions taken from each paycheck.
Press Estimate take-home to calculate federal, payroll, and state withholdings along with net pay. Reset clears the fields.
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