Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your take-home pay per paycheck. Enter gross pay, pay frequency, filing status, and common deductions. We subtract federal tax, FICA, and optional state tax for a net estimate.
Estimate tax or take-home
Enter income to estimate.
How it works
We estimate federal withholding and FICA from gross. Optional state withholding can be added. Result is an estimate; actual paychecks depend on your employer's system.
When to use it
Use when starting a new job, after a raise, or to plan budget around net pay.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn't my paycheck match?
Employers use exact W-4 and state forms, benefits, and other deductions. This tool is an estimate only.