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Take home pay, also known as net pay, is the amount of money you receive after all deductions have been taken from your gross pay. In Texas, there is no state income tax, so the main deductions are federal taxes and FICA (Social Security and Medicare).
The calculator uses the simple formula:
Where:
No State Income Tax: Unlike most states, Texas does not have a state income tax, which means your take-home pay may be higher compared to similar gross pay in other states.
Other Deductions: This calculator focuses on mandatory deductions. Your actual paycheck may include other deductions like health insurance or retirement contributions.
Instructions: Enter your gross pay (before any deductions), estimated federal tax withholding, and FICA contributions. The calculator will compute your estimated take-home pay.
Tip: You can find your federal tax withholding on your pay stub or use the IRS withholding calculator for more accurate estimates.
Q1: Why doesn't this calculator include state taxes?
A: Texas is one of the few states with no state income tax, so it's not applicable for Texas residents.
Q2: How do I know my federal tax amount?
A: Your federal tax withholding depends on your income, filing status, and W-4 elections. Check your pay stub or use the IRS withholding calculator.
Q3: Is FICA always the same amount?
A: FICA is typically 7.65% of gross pay (6.2% for Social Security up to the wage base, 1.45% for Medicare). High earners may have an additional 0.9% Medicare tax.
Q4: What about other deductions like 401(k)?
A: This calculator shows mandatory deductions only. For a complete picture, you would need to account for voluntary deductions separately.
Q5: Does this calculator work for self-employed individuals?
A: No, self-employed individuals have different tax obligations and would need to account for self-employment tax.