Income planning tool

Paycheck Calculator

Estimate how much of your gross paycheck may turn into monthly and annual take-home pay after an approximate tax rate.

Estimated annual take-home $0
Estimated monthly take-home $0

How this estimate works

The tool multiplies gross pay by your pay frequency, then applies your estimated tax rate.

When to use it

Use it before you set a new budget, compare compensation packages, or plan monthly bills.

What affects accuracy

Real take-home pay can vary because of deductions, benefits, retirement contributions, and local taxes.

Paycheck calculator FAQ

How do I estimate monthly pay from a bi-weekly paycheck?

Multiply the paycheck by 26 to get annual gross pay, subtract taxes, then divide by 12.

Why does take-home pay look lower than expected?

Taxes, retirement deductions, insurance, and other withholdings can significantly reduce net pay.

Should I budget with gross pay or take-home pay?

Take-home pay is usually the better number for budgeting because it reflects what actually reaches you.