Paycheck Calculator
Estimate take-home pay after federal, state, and FICA taxes.
See how it works
Watch a quick simulation of this tool in action — no file needed.
How to use Paycheck Calculator
Follow these steps — everything happens instantly in your browser.
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Step 1. Enter your annual gross salary.
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Step 2. Set pre-tax deductions (401k, HSA, FSA, health premiums).
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Step 3. Enter your federal and state tax rates (use your bracket).
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Step 4. Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) are preset.
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Step 5. See take-home pay monthly, bi-weekly, and annually.
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