About
About CalcWage
Free, accurate paycheck calculators for every US state — updated for 2026 IRS tax brackets.
Our mission
CalcWage exists to answer one simple question that millions of US workers ask every year:"How much will actually hit my bank account?"
Paycheck deductions — federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and state taxes — can be confusing and vary significantly by state. A worker in Florida keeps significantly more of their paycheck than someone earning the same salary in California or New York, simply because of state income tax differences.
We built CalcWage to make these calculations transparent, free, and instant — no signup, no cost, no confusing forms.
What CalcWage offers
State paycheck calculators
Salary and hourly calculators for all 50 US states — updated for 2026 IRS brackets.
Instant results
No forms, no signup, no waiting. Enter your salary and see your take-home pay immediately.
Full deduction breakdown
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and state tax — all itemized.
Salary + hourly modes
Annual salary, hourly rate, overtime (1.5×), and double-time (2×) calculations supported.
2026 IRS rates
Updated with the latest IRS tax brackets and standard deductions for tax year 2026.
Always free
CalcWage is and will always be free to use. No premium tiers, no hidden fees.
Accuracy & disclaimer
CalcWage calculators use the official 2026 IRS tax brackets and FICA rates (Source: IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-28). State tax rates are sourced from official state revenue department publications.
Results are estimates only.Actual take-home pay may vary based on your specific W-4 withholding elections, pre-tax deductions (401k, HSA, health insurance), local/city taxes, and other employer-specific payroll policies.
CalcWage does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. For personalized guidance, please consult a licensed tax professional or CPA.
Data sources
IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-28
2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deductions
IRS Publication 15 (Circular E)
Federal payroll tax rates, FICA (Social Security + Medicare)
State Revenue Departments
State-specific income tax rates and brackets for all 50 states
US Department of Labor
Federal and state minimum wage rates
Contact
Found an error in our calculations? Have a suggestion for a new feature or state calculator? We'd love to hear from you.
Email us at:hello@calcwage.com