Ohio Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Ohio after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and a flat 2.75% state income tax.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Ohio's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Ohio income tax in 2026
Ohio has a flat 2.75% state income tax. Ohio has no state standard deduction. A personal exemption of $2,400 per filer ($4,800 for a couple) also reduces taxable income.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2.75% | $26,050 | $26,050 |
Rules this estimate applies for Ohio
- The personal exemption per person is $2,400 with income up to $40,000, $2,150 up to $80,000 and $1,900 up to $500,000. There is no exemption above $500,000.
- Income up to $26,050 is not taxed.
Some cities, counties or districts in Ohio charge a local income tax. Local taxes are not included in this estimate.
Take-home pay in Ohio by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | OH tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $318 | $34,002 | $2,834 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $875 | $49,516 | $4,126 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $1,425 | $63,686 | $5,307 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $1,981 | $77,199 | $6,433 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $3,356 | $110,435 | $9,203 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Ohio
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 5.75% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 1.54% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 7.29% | 21 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 1.36% | 8 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $5,440 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Ohio with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Ohio the figures are $1,287 and $60,306, which ranks 11 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $2,183 | $59,410 | −$896 |
| Kentucky | $2,507 | $59,085 | −$1,220 |
| Michigan | $2,937 | $58,656 | −$1,650 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,303 | $59,290 | −$1,016 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$1,287 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$1,287 |
Federal taxes on a Ohio 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 Ohio cities, counties or districts.
- A separate head of household table: Ohio 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 Ohio have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Ohio has a flat 2.75% state income tax, and some local governments charge their own income tax on top.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Ohio?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Ohio keeps about $60,306 a year, or $5,025 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $1,287 Ohio income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Ohio for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $82,781 a year in Ohio, including $1,929 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Ohio?
Homeowners in Ohio pay an effective property tax rate of about 1.36% of home value, which ranks 8 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Ohio?
The Ohio state sales tax rate is 5.75%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 7.29%.
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.