Payroll Tax Calculator
Calculate your net pay after federal, state, Social Security, and Medicare taxes. See per-paycheck deductions and employer cost breakdown.
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How to Use Payroll Tax Calculator
- 1Enter your gross salary
- 2Select pay frequency and state
- 3Choose filing status
- 4Review net pay and all deductions
Frequently Asked Questions
Social Security tax is 6.2% of gross wages up to the wage base ($168,600 in 2024). Your employer also pays 6.2%, making the total 12.4%.
Medicare tax is 1.45% with no wage base limit. High earners pay an additional 0.9% on wages over $200,000 (single) or $250,000 (married filing jointly).
Total payroll deductions typically range from 20-35% of gross pay, depending on income level, filing status, state, and pre-tax benefits.
Using the Payroll Tax Calculator is simple: visit the tool page, enter your data or input into the provided fields, and get instant results. Follow the controls on the page. Some functions require sign-in or a paid plan; see Pricing for limits.
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About Payroll Tax Calculator
Calculate your net pay after federal, state, Social Security, and Medicare taxes. See per-paycheck deductions and employer cost breakdown.
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