Paycheck Calculator

Estimate your take-home pay after taxes and deductions.

Pay frequencyGross pay per paycheckPre-tax deductions (401k, HSA, etc.) as % of grossEstimated tax withholding %Other deductions per paycheck (insurance, etc.)

Estimated take-home per paycheck

$0.00

Estimated take-home per year: $0.00

This is a rough estimate using a flat withholding percentage -- it doesn't account for your filing status, state taxes, or tax brackets. Use it to sanity-check a budget, not to file your taxes.

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