Salary Calculator

USA Income & Tax Estimator · Calculate Your Take-Home Pay

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Based on 2024 federal tax brackets. Includes Federal Income Tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%). State tax rates are average effective rates.
Your Salary Breakdown
Tax Breakdown
Pay Period Breakdown
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Net Pay Calculator
See your actual take-home pay after all deductions
Federal Tax Breakdown
Detailed marginal tax bracket calculation
State Tax Included
All 50 states with accurate tax rates
Multiple Pay Frequencies
Weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

What taxes are included?
Federal income tax (marginal brackets), Social Security (6.2% up to $168,600), Medicare (1.45% with no cap), and state income tax based on your selected state.
What's the difference between gross and net pay?
Gross pay is your total salary before deductions. Net pay (take-home) is what you actually receive after all taxes and deductions are taken out.
What are the 2024 federal tax brackets?
Single: 10% ($0-11,600), 12% ($11,601-47,150), 22% ($47,151-100,525), 24% ($100,526-191,950), 32% ($191,951-243,725), 35% ($243,726-609,350), 37% ($609,351+). Married and Head of Household brackets are different.
Does this include standard deduction?
Yes! The calculator includes the standard deduction: $14,600 for single, $29,200 for married filing jointly, and $21,900 for head of household (2024 rates).
What is FICA?
FICA includes Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%). These are paid by employees and matched by employers. Social Security has a wage base limit of $168,600 for 2024.
Is this calculator accurate?
This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes. Actual tax liability may vary based on deductions, credits, and other factors. Consult a tax professional for exact calculations.
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Salary Calculator USA - Estimate Your Take-Home Pay

Our Salary Calculator helps you estimate your actual take-home pay after all federal taxes, FICA, and state taxes. Perfect for understanding your net income, planning your budget, or comparing job offers.

How it works: Enter your annual salary, select your pay frequency, filing status, and state. The calculator shows your gross pay, federal tax, FICA (Social Security & Medicare), state tax, and your final net pay (take-home).

Features: 2024 federal tax brackets, standard deduction included, all 50 states with accurate tax rates, multiple pay frequencies (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly), detailed tax breakdown by bracket, and pay period calculations.

Perfect for: Employees wanting to know their actual paycheck, job seekers comparing offers, freelancers estimating tax liability, financial planning, and budget preparation.