Three things come out of almost every US paycheck: federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax. Here is how much each one takes, with real 2026 numbers and a pay-stub decoder.
Pick your state and filing status, enter your gross annual salary, and see your net take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax — for all 50 states plus Washington DC, using official 2026 rates.