How it works
Tax amount is gross pay times the tax rate you enter, divided by 100. Net pay is gross pay minus the tax amount minus other deductions. This is a simple estimate: it does not model tax brackets, state rules, or employer-specific deductions.
Frequently asked questions
Why is this a simple paycheck calculator?
Detailed paycheck calculators need current federal and state tax tables, which change often and vary by state and filing status. A wrong table would mislead you, so this tool uses a tax percentage you enter from your own pay stub instead.
Where do I find my tax percentage?
Divide the tax withheld on a recent pay stub by your gross pay for that period, then multiply by 100.