Pennsylvania Tax Calculator 2026
Estimate your federal and Pennsylvania state taxes for the 2026 tax year.
Pre-configured for Pennsylvania residents, 2026 tax year. Filing your 2025 return? Pennsylvania Tax Calculator 2025
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Pre-tax contributions
$2,200 federal Child Tax Credit each, applied to your 2026 liability.
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Enter what was withheld this year — W-2 box 2 (federal) and box 17 (state) — to compare against your estimated liability.
$58,488 per year, shown per month
of gross income, all taxes
federal + PA on your next dollar
Estimate only, for a single W-2 earner taking the standard deduction. Nearly all Pennsylvania municipalities levy a local Earned Income Tax, typically about 1% — included here as a separate line (Philadelphia residents pay 3.74% instead). Many towns also levy a flat Local Services Tax up to $52/year. Itemized deductions and most credits beyond the Child Tax Credit aren't modeled.
Only the top slice pays 22%
Federal tax is progressive: each bracket taxes only the income inside it. Here is how your $58,900 of taxable income fills the 2026 brackets.
Understanding Pennsylvania Income Taxes
Residents of Pennsylvania pay state income tax on top of federal taxes. Pennsylvania’s 3.07% flat tax has no standard deduction and no exemptions — it applies from the first dollar of wages (a low-income Tax Forgiveness credit exists instead). The amount you owe depends on your taxable income, filing status, and the deductions and credits Pennsylvania allows.
Key Takeaways for 2026
- Federal tax brackets and standard deductions have been adjusted for inflation under IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32.
- Pennsylvania's own rates and enacted 2026 changes are applied to your state estimate automatically.
- Nearly all Pennsylvania municipalities levy a local Earned Income Tax, typically about 1% — included here as a separate line (Philadelphia residents pay 3.74% instead). Many towns also levy a flat Local Services Tax up to $52/year.
- Don't forget FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare) — they're withheld from your paycheck automatically and included in the take-home figure above.
Go Deeper on Your 2026 Taxes
Federal tax tools
- Federal Income Tax Calculator — brackets, deductions, and your effective rate
- Tax Bracket Calculator — see which bracket your income lands in
- Paycheck Tax Calculator — per-paycheck withholding and take-home
- Marriage Tax Calculator — filing jointly vs. separately
- W-4 Withholding Calculator — is your paycheck withholding on target?
- Estimated Tax Calculator — quarterly 1040-ES vouchers for 1099 income
- 2026 State Tax Changes — every enacted cut, verified
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pennsylvania state income tax rate for 2026?
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax for the 2026 tax year — every taxpayer pays the same rate regardless of income. Pennsylvania’s 3.07% flat tax has no standard deduction and no exemptions — it applies from the first dollar of wages (a low-income Tax Forgiveness credit exists instead).
How is Pennsylvania state income tax calculated?
Pennsylvania applies its flat 3.07% rate to your income directly — Pennsylvania has no standard deduction or personal exemptions. This calculator applies the latest published Pennsylvania figures automatically.
How much tax will I pay on a $75,000 salary in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $2,303 in Pennsylvania state income tax for a single filer taking the standard deduction in 2026. Add about $7,670 of federal income tax and $5,738 of FICA (7.65%), plus about $53 in PA UC, plus about $750 of PA local EIT (typical), for total taxes near $16,513 and take-home around $58,488. Credits and other income can change this.
What percentage of your paycheck goes to taxes in Pennsylvania?
About 22.0% for a single filer earning $75,000 in 2026: federal income tax (~10.2%), FICA (7.65%), and Pennsylvania state tax (~3.1%) plus state payroll deductions plus typical local income tax. Your exact percentage depends on income, filing status, and pre-tax contributions like a 401(k).
Does Pennsylvania tax Social Security benefits?
No. Pennsylvania does not tax Social Security benefits.
Does Pennsylvania tax retirement income like 401(k) or pension withdrawals?
Pennsylvania has a 100% retirement income exemption: Social Security, eligible employer pension payments, and 401(k)/IRA distributions after retirement age are all untaxed.
Are there local income taxes in Pennsylvania?
Nearly all Pennsylvania municipalities levy a local Earned Income Tax, typically about 1% — included here as a separate line (Philadelphia residents pay 3.74% instead). Many towns also levy a flat Local Services Tax up to $52/year.