See how much of your paycheck you actually keep in California — after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state tax. Estimate only — not tax advice.
| Item | Per paycheck |
|---|---|
| Gross pay | $0.00 |
| Federal income tax | $0.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $0.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $0.00 |
| State income tax | $0.00 |
| 401(k) contribution | $0.00 |
| NET (take-home) pay | $0.00 |
Estimate only — not tax advice. Federal figures use 2025 brackets and standard deductions. State tax is a simplified flat-rate estimate; actual state tax varies by brackets, deductions and credits. Your real withholding may differ.
Workers in California pay state income tax on top of federal income tax and FICA. For this simplified estimate we apply a flat 8% to your gross wages; California’s real tax system uses its own brackets, deductions and credits, so your actual withholding will differ. Enter your salary above to see an estimated California take-home pay per paycheck and per year.