Pennsylvania Paycheck Calculator 2026
Use this Pennsylvania paycheck calculator to estimate take-home pay after federal tax, Pennsylvania's 3.07% flat income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,280.38
$59,290 per year · 79.1% 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
- − Pennsylvania state income tax
- $88.56
- Take-home pay
- $2,280.38
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 Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania levies a flat state income tax of 3.1%. Unlike a progressive system, the same rate applies to all of your taxable income rather than rising as you earn more.
Pennsylvania does not offer a separate state standard deduction in this model, so the flat rate applies to taxable income from the first dollar.
On top of this 3.1% state tax, every Pennsylvania paycheck also has federal income tax and FICA (6.2% Social Security plus 1.45% Medicare) withheld.
What changes a Pennsylvania paycheck?
Pennsylvania applies a flat 3.07% personal income tax in this 2026 model, with no state standard deduction or personal exemption.
Many Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts also collect local earned income tax, and some workers owe Local Services Tax. Those local deductions are not included in this estimate.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Pennsylvania
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Pennsylvania. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $48,548 per year — 80.9% 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 |
| − Pennsylvania state income tax | $1,842 | $71 |
| Take-home pay | $48,548 | $1,867 |
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 Pennsylvania
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | PA tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,228 | $33,092 | $1,273 |
| $60,000 | $1,842 | $48,548 | $1,867 |
| $85,000 | $2,610 | $66,018 | $2,539 |
| $120,000 | $3,684 | $89,566 | $3,445 |
Pennsylvania income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 3.07% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 3.07% |
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Pennsylvania tax inputs on this page are based on Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania have a state income tax?
Pennsylvania charges a flat 3.1% state income tax, withheld on top of federal income tax and FICA.
What is the Pennsylvania income tax rate?
Pennsylvania uses a single flat rate of 3.1% on taxable income. The same rate applies regardless of how much you earn.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Pennsylvania?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Pennsylvania withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.