Gross-to-net calculator

Estimate take-home pay with a clearer starting point.

Enter a paycheck amount to estimate federal withholding, FICA, state income tax, and net pay before you finalize payroll.

Paycheck details

Uses standard withholding assumptions with no pre-tax deductions or dependent adjustments.

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Enter the gross amount for one paycheck.

State estimates use a representative flat or average rate and exclude local taxes.

Estimated net pay

$1,283.65

per bi-weekly paycheck

Gross pay$1,500.00
Estimated federal income tax−$101.60
Social Security (6.2%)−$93.00
Medicare (1.45%)−$21.75
State income tax (No state income tax)−$0.00
Estimated FICA$114.75
Total estimated deductions$216.35

Assumptions: standard deduction, no dependents beyond default, no pre-tax deductions, and no additional Medicare tax. Social Security is capped at the annual wage base in this simplified estimate.

Educational estimate only. Results are estimates for educational purposes and are not tax, legal, or financial advice. Confirm withholding and payroll calculations with current federal, state, local, and employer requirements.

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