Payroll Tax Calculator
Estimate payroll taxes and net pay using salary, pay frequency, and state settings.
Payroll Tax Calculator
Estimate gross pay, withholding, and net pay per pay period.
Enter payroll details
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How this tax calculator works
The Payroll Tax Calculator in figflows is designed to give you a fast and practical estimate without requiring an account or sending your data to a server. You can explore different scenarios by changing inputs and immediately seeing how the outputs respond.
We keep the experience static-first and SEO-friendly: the page content is pre-rendered at build time, and only the calculator itself runs on the client. That approach keeps the site fast while still delivering interactive results.
Use this page as a planning tool: start with realistic inputs, then adjust one variable at a time to understand what matters most. If you’re using this calculator for budgeting, it’s often helpful to run a “best case,” “expected,” and “worst case” scenario and compare the deltas.
Quick steps
- Enter your inputs in the form above. You can adjust values to compare scenarios.
- We compute results instantly in your browser (no server calls), so your inputs stay on your device.
- Use the output cards to understand the “headline” result, then review the breakdown/table for details.
Limitations & important notes
Tax rules vary by filing status, jurisdiction, and deductions. This calculator provides an estimate and is not tax advice.
For the most accurate outcome, confirm assumptions (rates, fees, coverage details, and thresholds) against current official sources or provider documents. We’ll continue improving the underlying reference datasets over time.
Practical guidance for Payroll Tax Calculator
Payroll taxes add to the cost of hiring
Hiring doesn’t just mean wages—employer payroll taxes and related costs increase your true labor cost. If you’re pricing services or planning headcount, you need to account for those additions.
This calculator helps you estimate employer-side payroll tax costs so you can budget the “fully loaded” cost of an employee.
What to consider beyond the estimate
- Benefits and insurance (health, workers’ comp) often exceed payroll taxes.
- Payroll provider fees and HR tooling.
- Overtime and variable hours.
- Local taxes and state-specific programs.
Payroll Tax FAQ
What is FICA?
FICA includes Social Security and Medicare taxes. Employees and employers commonly each pay a portion.
Why is withholding only an estimate?
Actual withholding depends on W‑4 details, filing status, and state rules. This tool provides a planning estimate.
What about state taxes?
State withholding varies widely. We’ll expand state handling as the reference data grows.
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