Payroll Tax Calculator
Legal, HR & PayrollCalculate net pay after federal tax, state tax, and FICA payroll tax withholding.
Net Pay
Estimated take-home pay after all payroll withholdings.
Total Withholding Rate
27.65%
Combined withholding rate across all categories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is FICA?
FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) funds Social Security and Medicare — employees pay 7.65% total (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare), matched by an equal employer contribution that doesn't appear on the employee's paycheck.
Why does state tax rate vary so much, including to zero?
Several US states (like Texas, Florida, and Washington) have no state income tax at all, while others have progressive brackets reaching 10%+ — use your specific state's rate for an accurate estimate.
Does this account for pre-tax deductions?
No, this is a simplified estimate on gross pay. Pre-tax deductions (401k contributions, health insurance premiums) reduce your taxable income first, which would lower the effective tax calculated on your actual take-home pay.
Sources
- Publication 15 (Circular E), Employer's Tax Guide, Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Publication 15-T, Federal Income Tax Withholding Methods, Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Topic no. 751, Social Security and Medicare Withholding Rates, Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
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