See what actually lands in your account each payday. Built on the 2026 IRS brackets and standard deduction, with every no-income-tax and flat-tax state.
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Questions people ask
What comes out of a US paycheck?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500 of wages), Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% above $200,000), state income tax where it applies, and anything you choose such as 401(k) contributions.
What is the standard deduction for 2026?
$16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly. Income tax is charged only on pay above it.
Which states have no income tax?
AK, FL, NH, NV, SD, TN, TX, WA, WY. Workers there pay only federal income tax and FICA on wages.
Why is my state missing?
This version covers states with no wage income tax and states with a single flat rate, where the math is exact. States with brackets (such as California and New York) are not covered yet — the federal and FICA figures above still apply there.
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