Calculate your take-home pay and convert between salary periods. See detailed tax breakdowns including federal, state, FICA, and Medicare deductions.
Your salary is more than just the number you negotiate. Understanding gross vs net pay and how taxes affect your take-home income is crucial for budgeting and financial planning.
Divide your annual salary by the number of working hours per year. For a standard full-time job (40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year), that's 2,080 hours. Example: $75,000 ÷ 2,080 = $36.06/hour.
FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) combines Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) taxes. These fund retirement, disability, and healthcare benefits. Your employer matches these contributions.
Besides federal and state taxes, your paycheck may have deductions for health insurance, 401(k) contributions, FSA/HSA, life insurance, and other benefits. Check your pay stub for a complete breakdown of all deductions.
Gross salary is your total compensation before any deductions. Net salary (take-home pay) is what you actually receive after taxes and deductions. The difference can be 25-35% or more depending on your tax situation.
This calculator provides estimates based on the rates you input. Actual taxes depend on many factors including filing status, deductions, credits, and local taxes. Consult a tax professional or use IRS withholding calculators for precise figures.
The U.S. uses progressive tax brackets. For 2024, rates range from 10% to 37% based on income. However, you only pay the higher rate on income above each threshold. Use the IRS tax bracket tables or a tax calculator to determine your exact marginal rate.
Use 52 weeks for accurate annual calculations, but remember paid time off. If you get 2 weeks vacation, you work 50 weeks but are paid for 52. For hourly workers without PTO, use actual weeks worked (typically 50).
Bonuses and overtime are taxable income and increase your gross annual salary. However, they may be taxed at a different rate or bump you into a higher bracket. Include your expected bonus/overtime when calculating annual compensation for budget planning.
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