Georgia Paycheck Calculator 2026
Use this Georgia paycheck calculator to estimate take-home pay after the state's 4.99% flat income tax, federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,248.03
$58,449 per year · 77.9% 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
- − Georgia state income tax
- $120.91
- Take-home pay
- $2,248.03
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 Georgia
Georgia levies a flat state income tax of 5%. Unlike a progressive system, the same rate applies to all of your taxable income rather than rising as you earn more.
Georgia applies a standard deduction of about $12,000 for single filers before the tax is calculated.
On top of this 5% state tax, every Georgia paycheck also has federal income tax and FICA (6.2% Social Security plus 1.45% Medicare) withheld.
What changes a Georgia paycheck?
Georgia uses a 4.99% flat individual income tax in this 2026 model, with a $12,000 modeled standard deduction for single filers. The calculator applies those state inputs alongside federal income tax and FICA.
Adjust salary, pay frequency, and filing status to see how annual and per-paycheck net pay changes. Results are estimates and exclude some credits, pre-tax benefits, and employer-specific deductions.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Georgia
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Georgia. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $47,995 per year — 80% 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 |
| − Georgia state income tax | $2,395 | $92 |
| Take-home pay | $47,995 | $1,846 |
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 Georgia
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | GA tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,397 | $32,923 | $1,266 |
| $60,000 | $2,395 | $47,995 | $1,846 |
| $85,000 | $3,643 | $64,985 | $2,499 |
| $120,000 | $5,389 | $87,861 | $3,379 |
Georgia income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 4.99% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 4.99% |
- Standard deduction: $12,000 single, $24,000 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Georgia tax inputs on this page are based on Georgia Department of Revenue. 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.
Review the full calculation methodology and tax sources.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Georgia have a state income tax?
Georgia charges a flat 5% state income tax, withheld on top of federal income tax and FICA.
What is the Georgia income tax rate?
Georgia uses a single flat rate of 5% on taxable income. The same rate applies regardless of how much you earn.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Georgia?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Georgia withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.