Payroll Withholding Calculator
Employee Payroll Withholding
Calculate all payroll withholdings from a single paycheck
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Formula
Net Pay = Gross - Federal Tax - SS (6.2%) - Medicare (1.45%) - State Tax - Pre-Tax Deductions
Frequently Asked Questions
What payroll taxes are withheld from my paycheck?
Federal income tax, Social Security tax (6.2%), Medicare tax (1.45%), and state/local income taxes are withheld. You may also have pre-tax deductions for 401(k), health insurance, and other benefits.
Do pre-tax deductions reduce all payroll taxes?
Pre-tax deductions like 401(k) and health insurance reduce your federal and state income tax withholding, but Social Security and Medicare taxes are typically calculated on your full gross pay.
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