Paycheck Calculator

Estimate your take-home pay per paycheck — gross, taxes and deductions.

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⚠️ Estimate only, not tax advice. Real federal tax uses brackets and credits, and real paychecks also include Social Security, Medicare and local taxes.

Net pay per paycheck
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Gross pay per paycheck
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Federal tax per paycheck
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State tax per paycheck
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Other deductions
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Gross annual pay
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Net annual pay
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💵 How to Use This Paycheck Calculator

  1. 1.Enter your pay. Use an annual salary, or switch to hourly wage and add your hours and weeks.
  2. 2.Pick your pay frequency. Weekly, biweekly, semimonthly or monthly — the per-check gross changes with the number of checks.
  3. 3.Set your tax rates. The federal rate is a flat estimate you can change; add your state rate if your state taxes income.
  4. 4.Add other deductions. Retirement, health premiums and similar items come out per paycheck, so enter the per-check amount.
  5. 5.Compare scenarios. A salary bump, a different pay frequency, or a lower tax rate shows up instantly in net pay.

❓ FAQ

How is net pay per paycheck calculated?

Gross pay per paycheck is your annual pay divided by the number of paychecks per year: 52 weekly, 26 biweekly, 24 semimonthly, or 12 monthly. Taxes and other deductions are subtracted from that gross amount to give net pay. For example, 60,000 dollars per year paid biweekly is 2,307.69 dollars gross per check.

Why is the federal tax a flat rate here?

Real federal tax uses brackets, credits, and filing status, so an exact figure needs a full tax calculation. This calculator uses one flat rate you can change (22 percent by default) to give a fast, transparent estimate. For an exact figure, check a payroll calculator or a tax professional.

What should I put in other deductions?

Any fixed amount taken from each paycheck besides income tax: retirement contributions, health insurance premiums, union dues, or wage garnishments. Enter the amount per paycheck, not per year, so the math stays correct.

Is this paycheck calculator tax advice?

No. This is an estimate for planning only, not tax advice. Your real paycheck also depends on tax brackets, credits, Social Security and Medicare, and state and local rules. The tool is 100 percent free, no sign-up, and your numbers stay in your browser.

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