US paycheck calculator — take-home pay

Free US paycheck calculator: estimate take-home pay after federal tax, FICA and state. Biweekly, monthly or weekly. Instant — no signup.

Gross pay per paycheck ($) Pay frequency Filing status (federal estimate) State flat tax estimate (%) Contribute 5% to 401(k) (pre-tax)

Estimated take-home / paycheck

Educational estimate only — not tax, legal or financial advice. State taxes, deductions and filing status change results. Confirm with a tax professional or IRS.gov.

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FAQ

How is take-home pay estimated?

We apply a simplified federal progressive tax, FICA (Social Security + Medicare), optional flat state tax and optional 401(k) deferral, then divide by your pay frequency.

Is this accurate for my state?

State taxes vary a lot. Enter an approximate flat % for a rough estimate. Use official withholding tables for precision.

Is the US paycheck calculator free?

Yes — free online, no account required.