2025 Paycheck Tax Updates

Tax laws change every year — and so do your paychecks. We update our paycheck calculators regularly to reflect the latest IRS tax brackets, Social Security wage caps, Medicare thresholds, and local income tax updates. See what’s new in 2025.

Why Use a Paycheck Calculator?

Understanding your actual take-home pay is essential in today’s complex tax environment. Whether you’re switching jobs, budgeting monthly expenses, or comparing salaries across states and cities — a paycheck calculator ensures transparency and control.

✔️ Estimate Net Pay Accurately

Calculate your take-home pay after federal, state, and local taxes. No more guesswork on deductions.

📍 City & State Tax Precision

Our calculators include 2025 local income tax rates for cities like NYC, Columbus, and Philadelphia.

🧾 Compare Pay Frequencies

See how your pay changes if you’re paid weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly — based on real tax tables.

🧠 Make Smarter Decisions

Plan for salary negotiations, relocation, budgeting, or side gigs — with full clarity on your income.

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Trusted by Thousands of Americans

CityPaycheckCalculator.com is used daily by professionals, freelancers, HR teams, and everyday workers to estimate accurate take-home pay across all U.S. cities and states.

“I moved from Ohio to NYC and this tool helped me understand the huge tax jump. Super accurate.”

— Rebecca T., Marketing Manager

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— Anthony R., CPA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does a paycheck work in the USA?

Employers deduct federal, state, Social Security, Medicare, and sometimes local taxes from your gross salary. The remainder is your net paycheck.

What’s the difference between biweekly and monthly pay?

Biweekly pay means you’re paid every two weeks (26 times/year), while monthly means once a month (12 times/year). Each affects budgeting and withholdings differently.

Does this calculator include city income tax?

Yes! Our calculator includes local taxes for cities like NYC, Philadelphia, Columbus, and more — based on 2025 rates.

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Latest Paycheck & Tax Guides

Learn how taxes affect your paycheck, what deductions to expect, and how to calculate your net income in every state. Updated for 2025.

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