Delaware Paycheck Calculator 2026
Delaware's top rate of 6.6% applies above $60,000, and each filer takes a $110 credit against the tax rather than an exemption.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,230.13
$57,984 per year · 77.3% of gross
Deduction breakdown (per paycheck)
- Gross pay
- $2,884.62
- − Federal income tax
- $295.00
- − Social Security (FICA)
- $178.85
- − Medicare (FICA)
- $41.83
- − Delaware state income tax
- $138.81
- Take-home pay
- $2,230.13
Estimate for 2026 using the rules on our methodology page. It is not tax advice; your employer's withholding and your return can differ.
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Create a pay stub from these numbersHow taxes work in Delaware
Delaware uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 2.2% to 6.6%. As with the federal system, only the portion of your income that falls inside each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Before the brackets apply, Delaware subtracts a standard deduction of about $3,250 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each Delaware paycheck.
What changes a Delaware paycheck?
Delaware's brackets have not changed since 2014. The first $2,000 of taxable income is untaxed, then rates rise through 2.2%, 3.9%, 4.8%, 5.2% and 5.55% to 6.6% above $60,000. The same brackets apply to every filing status, and the standard deduction is $3,250 for a single filer and $6,500 for a joint return.
The Division of Revenue's withholding guide describes a $110 credit per allowance instead of a deduction, and the calculator applies $110 for a single filer and $220 for a married couple. Dependent credits are not counted. The published guide is the 2025 edition, so the 2026 inputs also rely on Tax Foundation's table, which shows no change.
Wilmington charges a 1.25% wage tax on people who live or work in the city, which is the only local earned-income tax in the state and is not included here. Delaware Paid Leave adds a 0.4% employee contribution up to the Social Security wage cap, which is also outside the estimate.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Delaware
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Delaware. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $47,737 per year — 79.6% of gross. Adjust the calculator above for your own numbers.
| Line item | Per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $60,000 | $2,308 |
| − Federal income tax | $5,020 | $193 |
| − Social Security (FICA) | $3,720 | $143 |
| − Medicare (FICA) | $870 | $33 |
| − Delaware state income tax | $2,653 | $102 |
| Take-home pay | $47,737 | $1,836 |
Estimate for a single filer, 2026 tax year, no pre-tax deductions. Figures are rounded. See our methodology for assumptions.
Take-home pay at other salaries in Delaware
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | DE tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,543 | $32,777 | $1,261 |
| $60,000 | $2,653 | $47,737 | $1,836 |
| $85,000 | $4,269 | $64,359 | $2,475 |
| $120,000 | $6,579 | $86,671 | $3,334 |
Delaware income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $2,000 | 0% |
| $2,000 – $5,000 | 2.2% |
| $5,000 – $10,000 | 3.9% |
| $10,000 – $20,000 | 4.8% |
| $20,000 – $25,000 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 – $60,000 | 5.55% |
| Over $60,000 | 6.6% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $2,000 | 0% |
| $2,000 – $5,000 | 2.2% |
| $5,000 – $10,000 | 3.9% |
| $10,000 – $20,000 | 4.8% |
| $20,000 – $25,000 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 – $60,000 | 5.55% |
| Over $60,000 | 6.6% |
- Standard deduction: $3,250 single, $6,500 married filing jointly.
- Personal credit: $110 single, $220 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Delaware tax inputs on this page are based on Delaware tax source. The estimate covers federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. It does not include local taxes, state disability or unemployment withholding, tax credits, pre-tax benefits, or employer-specific deductions.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Delaware have a state income tax?
Delaware has a progressive state income tax (2.2%–6.6%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the Delaware income tax rates?
Delaware has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 2.2% to 6.6%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Delaware?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Delaware withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.