Net Income Calculator

Net income equals gross income minus all taxes and deductions. The formula, Net Income = Gross Income - Federal Tax - State Tax - FICA - Pre-tax Deductions - Other Withholdings, produces an estimated annual take-home amount that can be divided into monthly, biweekly, or weekly pay periods. For example, a $90,000 gross salary with a 22% federal rate, 5% state rate, and standard FICA (7.65%) yields an estimated annual net income of approximately $59,265, or about $4,939 per month. Enter your income and tax details below to see an estimated breakdown.

Quick Answer

A $90,000 gross salary with a 22% federal rate, 5% state rate, and 7.65% FICA yields an estimated annual net income of approximately $59,265, or about $4,939 per month.

Common Examples

Input Result
$60,000 gross, 12% federal, 5% state, 7.65% FICA Estimated $45,210 annual net income
$90,000 gross, 22% federal, 5% state, 7.65% FICA Estimated $59,265 annual net income
$120,000 gross, 24% federal, 6% state, 7.65% FICA Estimated $74,820 annual net income
$50,000 gross, 12% federal, 3% state, 7.65% FICA Estimated $38,675 annual net income
$150,000 gross, 24% federal, 5.5% state, 7.65% FICA Estimated $94,275 annual net income

How It Works

This calculator estimates net income using a simplified approach:

Net Income = Gross Income - Federal Tax - State Tax - FICA - Pre-tax Deductions - Other Withholdings

Where:

  • Federal Tax = (Gross Income - Pre-tax Deductions) x Effective Federal Rate
  • State Tax = (Gross Income - Pre-tax Deductions) x Effective State Rate
  • FICA = Gross Income x FICA Rate (Social Security 6.2% + Medicare 1.45% = 7.65%)
  • Pre-tax Deductions = 401(k) contributions, HSA contributions, and similar pre-tax withholdings
  • Other Withholdings = any additional withholdings (union dues, garnishments, etc.)

Federal and state taxes are calculated on the taxable income (gross minus pre-tax deductions), while FICA is calculated on gross income because Social Security and Medicare taxes are not reduced by 401(k) or HSA contributions.

This calculator uses effective (average) tax rates, not marginal brackets. The effective rate represents the total tax paid divided by total income, and it is typically lower than the marginal bracket rate.

Worked Example

For a $90,000 gross salary with 22% federal tax, 5% state tax, 7.65% FICA, and no deductions:

Federal tax = $90,000 x 0.22 = $19,800. State tax = $90,000 x 0.05 = $4,500. FICA = $90,000 x 0.0765 = $6,885. Total deductions = $19,800 + $4,500 + $6,885 = $31,185. Estimated net income = $90,000 - $31,185 = $58,815 per year, or approximately $4,901 per month, approximately $2,262 biweekly, and approximately $1,131 per week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between net income and gross income?
Gross income is the total amount earned before any deductions or taxes. Net income is the amount remaining after subtracting all taxes (federal, state, FICA) and deductions (401k, HSA, etc.). Net income represents the estimated actual take-home pay deposited into a bank account.
What FICA rate should I enter?
For most employees, the combined FICA rate is 7.65%, which includes 6.2% for Social Security (on income up to $168,600 in 2024) and 1.45% for Medicare (on all income). Self-employed individuals pay both the employee and employer portions, totaling 15.3%. High earners may owe an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax on income above $200,000.
How do pre-tax deductions affect net income?
Pre-tax deductions such as 401(k) contributions and HSA contributions reduce your taxable income, which lowers your federal and state tax liability. However, they do not reduce FICA taxes. While pre-tax deductions reduce net income by the deduction amount, the tax savings partially offset the reduction.
What effective federal tax rate should I use?
The effective federal tax rate is your total federal tax liability divided by your gross income. For most earners, it is lower than the marginal tax bracket. For single filers earning $50,000 to $100,000, the effective rate typically ranges from 10% to 18%. Check your most recent tax return for a more precise figure.
Does this calculator account for all possible deductions?
No. This provides a simplified estimate. It does not include itemized deductions, tax credits, additional Medicare tax for high earners, state-specific rules, local taxes, or any other adjustments. Consult a qualified tax professional for a comprehensive analysis.