Updated for 2026 tax year

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Know exactly what you'll take home. Calculate your net pay after federal, state, and FICA taxes for all 50 states.

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How it works.

Three steps to your take-home pay.

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Salary or hourly rate, state, and filing status.

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We crunch the numbers

Federal + state taxes, FICA, deductions — all calculated instantly.

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See your breakdown

Visual breakdown of where every dollar goes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate my take-home pay?

To calculate your take-home pay, start with your gross salary or hourly wages. Subtract pre-tax deductions (like 401k or health insurance) to find your taxable income. From this, deduct FICA taxes (6.2% Social Security, 1.45% Medicare), federal income taxes, and state/local taxes. What remains is your net paycheck.

What taxes are taken out of my paycheck?

Typically, four main payroll taxes are withheld: Federal Income Tax (based on IRS brackets), State Income Tax (depending on your state), Social Security tax (6.2% up to annual wage bases), and Medicare tax (1.45%). Some jurisdictions also levy local or municipal income taxes.

How much tax do I pay on a $75,000 salary?

On a $75,000 salary, your tax liability depends on your state and filing status. Federal income tax will range between $5,000 and $8,000 (after the standard deduction), FICA taxes will equal $5,738, and state taxes will range from $0 (e.g., Texas, Florida) to over $3,500 in high-tax states.

What is FICA and how much is it?

FICA stands for the Federal Insurance Contributions Act. It is a mandatory U.S. payroll tax that funds Social Security and Medicare. Employees pay a flat 6.2% for Social Security (up to $184,500 for the 2026 tax year) and 1.45% for Medicare. Employers match these rates exactly.

How accurate are online paycheck calculators?

Most online paycheck calculators are highly accurate estimates, provided they are updated with the latest annual IRS standard deductions and state tax bracket tables. MyPaycheckCalculator is fully updated for the 2026 tax year, incorporating state standard deductions, local flat taxes, and progressive brackets.

Does my state have income tax?

Most U.S. states levy an income tax on wage earnings. However, nine states do not have a traditional state wage tax: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. If you live in these states, only federal and FICA taxes apply.