California Paycheck Calculator
Calculate your take-home pay after California state taxes, federal taxes, and other deductions. Updated with 2025 tax rates and brackets.
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California Tax Rates & Brackets
California State Income Tax Brackets
Single
| Tax Rate | Income Range | Tax Owed |
|---|---|---|
| 1% | $0 - $10,756 | $0 + 1% of excess |
| 2% | $10,756 - $25,499 | $107.56 + 2% of excess |
| 4% | $25,499 - $40,245 | $402.42 + 4% of excess |
| 6% | $40,245 - $55,866 | $992.26 + 6% of excess |
| 8% | $55,866 - $70,606 | $1,929.52 + 8% of excess |
| 9.3% | $70,606 - $360,659 | $3,108.72 + 9.3% of excess |
| 10.3% | $360,659 - $432,787 | $30,083.65 + 10.3% of excess |
| 11.3% | $432,787 - $721,314 | $37,512.83 + 11.3% of excess |
| 12.3% | $721,314 - and above | $70,116.38 + 12.3% of excess |
Note: These are marginal tax rates. You only pay the specified rate on income within each bracket range.
Federal Tax Information
- 2025 standard deduction: $14,600 (Single), $29,200 (Married), $21,900 (Household)
- Federal tax rates range from 10% to 37%
- Brackets adjusted annually for inflation
FICA & Other Taxes
- Social Security: 6.2% (up to $168,600 wage base)
- Medicare: 1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200,000)
- CA SDI: ~1.1% (funds disability & family leave)
How Does the California Paycheck Calculator Work?
Our California salary calculator helps you estimate your take-home pay by calculating federal income tax, California state income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and other applicable deductions from your gross salary.
Simply enter your annual salary, pay frequency, and filing status. The calculator uses the official 2025 IRS federal tax brackets and California Franchise Tax Board state tax rates to provide accurate paycheck estimates.
California has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 1% to 13.3%, making it one of the highest state income tax rates in the United States. Your actual tax rate depends on your income level and filing status.
What's Included in the Calculation?
- Federal income tax withholding based on 2025 brackets
- California state income tax (1% - 13.3%)
- Social Security tax (6.2% up to wage base)
- Medicare tax (1.45% + additional 0.9% over threshold)
- California State Disability Insurance (SDI)
Understanding California Income Tax
California uses a progressive tax structure with nine tax brackets for 2025. The more you earn, the higher percentage of tax you pay on income above each bracket threshold. This means you don't pay the highest rate on all your income, only on the portion that falls into each bracket.
For example, if you're single and earn $60,000, you'll pay 1% on the first portion, 2% on the next portion, and so on up through your income level. This progressive system is designed to be more equitable based on ability to pay.
California also has a State Disability Insurance (SDI) tax that funds temporary disability and paid family leave programs. For 2025, the SDI rate is approximately 1.1% of your wages up to the annual wage limit.
Important Note
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Your actual take-home pay may vary based on additional factors such as pre-tax deductions (401k, health insurance), tax credits, and other withholdings. Consult with a tax professional for personalized advice.