How to Calculate Taxes on Paycheck in California
Understanding California Paycheck Taxes
Key Points to Remember:
- California has a progressive state income tax system
- Federal taxes are also deducted from your paycheck
- Social Security and Medicare (FICA) taxes are mandatory
- Some cities may have additional local taxes
California State Tax Brackets (2024)
| Filing Status | Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $0 – $10,500 | 1% |
| $10,501 – $24,900 | 2% | |
| $24,901 – $39,300 | 4% | |
| $39,301 – $54,500 | 6% | |
| $54,501 – $68,900 | 8% | |
| $68,901 – $352,200 | 9.3% | |
| $352,201 – $422,600 | 10.3% | |
| $422,601 – $704,400 | 11.3% | |
| $704,401+ | 12.3% |
Federal Tax Brackets (2024)
| Filing Status | Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $0 – $11,600 | 10% |
| $11,601 – $47,150 | 12% | |
| $47,151 – $100,525 | 22% | |
| $100,526 – $191,950 | 24% | |
| $191,951 – $243,725 | 32% | |
| $243,726 – $609,350 | 35% | |
| $609,351+ | 37% |
Other Important Deductions:
- Social Security Tax: 6.2% of gross income (up to $168,600 in 2024)
- Medicare Tax: 1.45% of gross income (no limit)
- Additional Medicare Tax: 0.9% on income over $200,000 (single) or $250,000 (married)
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