Take-Home-Paycheck Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate the actual paycheck amount that is brought home after taxes and deductions from salary. It can also be used to help fill steps 3 and 4 of a W-4 form. This calculator is intended for use by U.S. residents. The calculation is based on the 2025 tax brackets and the new W-4, which, in 2020, has had its first major change since 1987.

Modify the values and click the Calculate button to use

Your job income (salary)

Pay frequency

File status

Number of children under age 17

Number of other dependents

Other income (not from jobs)

Pretax deductions withheld

Deductions not withheld

Itemized deductions

Has 2nd, 3rd job income?

No Yes

State income tax rate

City income tax rate

Are you self-employed or an independent contractor?

No Yes

* The assessment of this calculator is only an estimate. The actual result will be slightly different.