Pennsylvania Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Pennsylvania after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and a flat 3.07% state income tax.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Pennsylvania's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Pennsylvania income tax in 2026
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax. Pennsylvania has no state standard deduction.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 3.07% | $0 | $0 |
Some cities, counties or districts in Pennsylvania charge a local income tax. Local taxes are not included in this estimate.
Take-home pay in Pennsylvania by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | PA tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,228 | $33,092 | $2,758 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,842 | $48,548 | $4,046 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,456 | $62,654 | $5,221 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,070 | $76,110 | $6,343 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $4,605 | $109,186 | $9,099 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Pennsylvania
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 0.34% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 6.34% | 34 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 1.26% | 12 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $5,040 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Pennsylvania with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Pennsylvania the figures are $2,303 and $59,290, which ranks 18 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $3,609 | $57,984 | −$1,307 |
| Maryland | $3,199 | $58,394 | −$896 |
| New Jersey | $2,596 | $58,997 | −$294 |
| New York | $3,453 | $58,140 | −$1,151 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,303 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,303 |
Federal taxes on a Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania cities, counties or districts.
- A separate head of household table: Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax, and some local governments charge their own income tax on top.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Pennsylvania?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Pennsylvania keeps about $59,290 a year, or $4,941 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $2,303 Pennsylvania income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Pennsylvania for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $81,640 a year in Pennsylvania, including $3,070 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Pennsylvania?
Homeowners in Pennsylvania pay an effective property tax rate of about 1.26% of home value, which ranks 12 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Pennsylvania?
The Pennsylvania state sales tax rate is 6%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 6.34%.
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.