California Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate your exact California take-home pay. State income tax: 1%–13.3%. Includes federal taxes and FICA + 1.10% SDI/PFML.
| Deduction | Per Paycheck | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Pay | — | — |
| Federal Income Tax | — | — |
| California State Tax | — | — |
| Social Security (6.2%) | — | — |
| Medicare (1.45%) | — | — |
| Total Deductions | — | — |
| Net Take-Home | — | — |
California Income Tax Rates 2026
California state income tax: 1%–13.3% (10 graduated brackets). Standard deduction: $4,803 standard deduction (single, 2026).
California has the highest marginal income tax rate in the United States at 13.3% for income over $1 million. The state also levies a 1% Mental Health Services Tax on income above $1 million, effectively making the top rate 13.3%. For most workers, the effective state tax rate is much lower.
All Payroll Deductions in California
- Federal income tax: 10%–37% (2026 brackets, based on taxable income after $15,000 standard deduction for single filers)
- California state income tax: 1%–13.3% (10 graduated brackets)
- Social Security: 6.2% on wages up to $176,100
- Medicare: 1.45% on all wages (+ 0.9% on wages over $200,000)
- Payroll Taxes Guide
- Overtime Rules
- Tax Withholding Guide
California also withholds 1.1% for State Disability Insurance (SDI) on all wages — this is separate from income tax. SDI funds short-term disability and Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits.
California vs Other States
For a single filer earning $75,000 in California: state income tax is approximately $3,924/year ($327/month), plus SDI of approximately $825/year. Total state deductions: ~$4,749/year, or 6.3% of gross income.
About This Calculator
This calculator uses 2026 federal and California state tax rates. Results are estimates — actual withholding may differ based on W-4 elections, itemized deductions, tax credits, and local taxes not included here.
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