Pennsylvania Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate Pennsylvania state income tax, federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and net take-home pay.
2026 Pennsylvania tax rates · FICA · Pennsylvania REV-419 (if claiming exemption)
State Income Tax
3.07% flat rate
Social Security
6.2%
Medicare
1.45%
State Form
Pennsylvania REV-419 (if claiming exemption)
Calculate Your Pennsylvania Paycheck
Enter your salary or hourly rate and get a full breakdown: Pennsylvania state tax, federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and exact net pay.
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Pennsylvania Tax Guide
Pennsylvania Payroll Tax Overview 2026
Pennsylvania uses a flat 3.07% income tax rate. All taxable income is taxed at the same percentage, regardless of how much you earn. This makes payroll calculations straightforward.
Pennsylvania has a 3.07% flat state income tax, but local earned income taxes add 1%–4% depending on municipality.
Philadelphia has the highest local wage tax at 3.75% for residents — employers must register and withhold both state and city taxes.
Pennsylvania Payroll Tax Summary
State Income Tax3.07% flat rate
Tax TypeFlat rate
Social Security6.2% on first $176,100
Medicare1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200K)
FUTA (employer)0.6% on first $7,000
Employee FormPennsylvania REV-419 (if claiming exemption)
Additional Payroll Taxes
Local Earned Income Tax (1%–3.93% depending on municipality)
Philadelphia wage tax (3.75% residents, 3.44% non-residents)
FAQ
Pennsylvania payroll tax questions
What is the Pennsylvania income tax rate for 2026?
Pennsylvania uses a flat 3.07% income tax rate on all taxable income. Unlike progressive-tax states, the same rate applies whether you earn $30,000 or $300,000. This makes Pennsylvania payroll tax calculations simple and predictable.
What taxes do Pennsylvania employees pay on their paycheck?
Pennsylvania 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) Pennsylvania state income tax (3.07% flat rate); (5) Local Earned Income Tax (1%–3.93% depending on municipality). The employer matches the Social Security and Medicare portions.
What payroll withholding form do Pennsylvania employees use?
Pennsylvania employees complete Pennsylvania REV-419 (if claiming exemption) 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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