Connecticut Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate Connecticut state income tax, federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and net take-home pay.
2026 Connecticut tax rates · FICA · Connecticut CT-W4
State Income Tax
Up to 6.99% (progressive)
Social Security
6.2%
Medicare
1.45%
State Form
Connecticut CT-W4
Calculate Your Connecticut Paycheck
Enter your salary or hourly rate and get a full breakdown: Connecticut state tax, federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and exact net pay.
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Connecticut Tax Guide
Connecticut Payroll Tax Overview 2026
Connecticut uses a progressive income tax with a top rate of 6.99%. Higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income — different brackets apply to different income ranges.
Connecticut has a progressive income tax with 7 brackets up to 6.99% and a 0.5% employee PFML contribution.
Connecticut applies a "benefit recapture" rule that can effectively increase taxes on middle-income earners through a phased rate system.
Connecticut Payroll Tax Summary
State Income TaxUp to 6.99% (progressive)
Tax TypeProgressive (brackets)
Social Security6.2% on first $176,100
Medicare1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200K)
FUTA (employer)0.6% on first $7,000
Employee FormConnecticut CT-W4
Additional Payroll Taxes
Paid Family & Medical Leave: 0.5% employee contribution
FAQ
Connecticut payroll tax questions
What is the top Connecticut income tax rate for 2026?
Connecticut's top income tax rate is 6.99% for 2026. This is a marginal rate — it only applies to income above the top bracket threshold. Lower income falls into lower brackets. Use the calculator above to see your effective rate.
What taxes do Connecticut employees pay on their paycheck?
Connecticut employees pay: (1) Federal income tax (based on W-4 withholding); (2) Social Security tax (6.2% on wages up to $176,100); (3) Medicare tax (1.45%, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000); (4) Connecticut state income tax (Up to 6.99% (progressive)); (5) Paid Family & Medical Leave. The employer matches the Social Security and Medicare portions.
What payroll withholding form do Connecticut employees use?
Connecticut employees complete Connecticut CT-W4 for state withholding in addition to the federal W-4. Employers use both forms to calculate the correct combined withholding amount.
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