Delaware Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Delaware after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax from 2.2% to 6.6%.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Delaware's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Delaware income tax in 2026
Delaware has state income tax from 2.2% to 6.6% across 6 brackets. The state standard deduction is $3,250 for single filers and $6,500 for married couples filing jointly. Each filer also receives a personal credit of $110 ($220 for a couple) taken off the tax itself.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2.2% | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| 3.9% | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| 4.8% | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| 5.2% | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| 5.55% | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| 6.6% | $60,000 | $60,000 |
Some cities, counties or districts in Delaware charge a local income tax. Local taxes are not included in this estimate.
Take-home pay in Delaware by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | DE tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,543 | $32,777 | $2,731 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,653 | $47,737 | $3,978 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $3,939 | $61,171 | $5,098 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $5,259 | $73,921 | $6,160 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $8,559 | $105,232 | $8,769 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Delaware
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 0% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 0% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 0% | 48 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 0.54% | 39 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $2,160 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Delaware with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Delaware the figures are $3,609 and $57,984, which ranks 48 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $3,199 | $58,394 | +$410 |
| New Jersey | $2,596 | $58,997 | +$1,013 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,303 | $59,290 | +$1,307 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,609 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,609 |
Federal taxes on a Delaware paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- Local income or payroll taxes charged by some Delaware cities, counties or districts.
- A separate head of household table: Delaware figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does Delaware have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Delaware has state income tax from 2.2% to 6.6%, and some local governments charge their own income tax on top.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Delaware?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Delaware keeps about $57,984 a year, or $4,832 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $3,609 Delaware income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Delaware for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $79,776 a year in Delaware, including $4,935 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Delaware?
Homeowners in Delaware pay an effective property tax rate of about 0.54% of home value, which ranks 39 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Delaware?
Delaware has no state or local sales tax.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.