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Net Pay Calculator

net pay calculator. Get instant, accurate results. Enter values for instant results with step-by-step formulas.

Reviewed by Sahil, Senior Finance & Tax Editor

Reviewed by Sahil, Senior Finance & Tax Editor

Formula

Net = Gross - Federal Tax - State Tax - SS (6.2%) - Medicare (1.45%) - Pre-Tax Deductions

Calculates take-home pay after all deductions. Pre-tax deductions like 401k and health insurance reduce taxable income. Federal tax uses 2024 brackets.

Worked Examples

Example 1: $60K salary, semimonthly

Problem:$60,000/yr, 24 periods, single, 5% state

Solution:Gross/period: $2,500. After std deduction, federal ~$280, state ~$125, SS ~$155, Med ~$36

Result:Net ≈ $1,904 per paycheck

Reviewed by Sahil, Senior Finance & Tax Editor · Editorial policy