Paychecks / planning estimate
Take-home pay calculator
See a quick planning estimate for what may land in your bank account each pay period. Start with annual salary, pay frequency, and recurring pre-tax deductions.
Results are estimates for planning. Review the assumptions and verify important decisions with the right official or qualified source.
step 1 / your inputs
Start with your numbers.
The gray example is only a guide. Replace it with your own number.
step 2 / see your estimate
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Estimated take-home per check
$0.00
$0 estimated annual take-home
Gross per check
$0.00
$0 estimated pre-tax deductions per check
Simple estimate
0.0% tax assumption
Actual withholding depends on your tax situation, state, benefits, and filing choices.
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How to use this estimate
- Compare this estimate with a recent pay stub before changing your budget.
- Bonus pay, equity, health benefits, retirement contributions, and state taxes can change the result.
- Use this tool for planning, not filing or official withholding decisions.
Common questions
Is this my exact paycheck?+
No. It is a simple planning estimate. Payroll withholding depends on filing status, state, benefits, credits, and your W-4 settings.
Should I include 401(k) contributions?+
Include recurring pre-tax contributions in the deductions field if you want a closer budgeting estimate.
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