Wisconsin Paycheck Calculator 2026
Wisconsin has four brackets from 3.5% to 7.65%, and its standard deduction shrinks as income rises.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,255.73
$58,649 per year · 78.2% 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
- − Wisconsin state income tax
- $113.21
- Take-home pay
- $2,255.73
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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 3.5% to 7.7%. 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, Wisconsin subtracts a standard deduction of about $13,960 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each Wisconsin paycheck.
What changes a Wisconsin paycheck?
For 2026 single filers and heads of household pay 3.5% on the first $15,110 of taxable income, 4.4% to $51,950, 5.3% to $332,720 and 7.65% above. Married filers using Schedule B move at $20,150, $69,260 and $443,630. Each taxpayer and spouse also gets a $700 exemption.
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue's 2026 standard deduction starts at $13,960 for single filers, $25,840 for joint filers and $18,030 for heads of household. Single filers lose 12 cents per dollar of income over $20,120 and reach zero at $136,453. Joint filers lose 19.778 cents per dollar over $29,040 and reach zero at $159,690.
Heads of household lose 22.515 cents per dollar over $20,120 until income reaches $58,827, then follow the single-filer formula. The calculator reproduces that table by splitting the deduction into two parts, so the total matches the state schedule to within a few cents.
Wisconsin has no local income tax and does not take state disability or paid-leave contributions from wages. Age 65 and older add-ons, dependents and married filing separately are not modeled.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Wisconsin
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Wisconsin. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $48,320 per year — 80.5% 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 |
| − Wisconsin state income tax | $2,070 | $80 |
| Take-home pay | $48,320 | $1,858 |
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 Wisconsin
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | WI tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,084 | $33,236 | $1,278 |
| $60,000 | $2,070 | $48,320 | $1,858 |
| $85,000 | $3,537 | $65,090 | $2,503 |
| $120,000 | $5,615 | $87,635 | $3,371 |
Wisconsin income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $15,110 | 3.5% |
| $15,110 – $51,950 | 4.4% |
| $51,950 – $332,720 | 5.3% |
| Over $332,720 | 7.65% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $20,150 | 3.5% |
| $20,150 – $69,260 | 4.4% |
| $69,260 – $443,630 | 5.3% |
| Over $443,630 | 7.65% |
- Standard deduction: $13,960 single, $25,840 married filing jointly, reduced at higher incomes.
- Personal exemption: $700 single, $1,400 married filing jointly, reduced at higher incomes.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Wisconsin tax inputs on this page are based on Wisconsin 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.
Review the full calculation methodology and tax sources.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Wisconsin have a state income tax?
Wisconsin has a progressive state income tax (3.5%–7.7%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the Wisconsin income tax rates?
Wisconsin has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 3.5% to 7.7%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Wisconsin?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Wisconsin withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.