Georgia Payroll Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate your exact Georgia take-home pay. State income tax: 5.39% flat. Includes federal taxes and FICA.
| Deduction | Per Paycheck | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Pay | — | — |
| Federal Income Tax | — | — |
| Georgia State Tax | — | — |
| Social Security (6.2%) | — | — |
| Medicare (1.45%) | — | — |
| Total Deductions | — | — |
| Net Take-Home | — | — |
Georgia Income Tax Rates 2026
Georgia state income tax: 5.49% flat rate (2026). Standard deduction: $5,400 standard deduction (single, 2026).
Georgia transitioned from a graduated income tax to a flat tax system in 2024. The 2026 flat rate is 5.49%, with future annual reductions of 0.1% per year until it reaches 4.99%. Georgia's standard deduction for single filers is $5,400 in 2026.
All Payroll Deductions in Georgia
- Federal income tax: 10%–37% (2026 brackets, based on taxable income after $15,000 standard deduction for single filers)
- Georgia state income tax: 5.49% flat rate (2026)
- 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
Georgia does not tax Social Security income at the state level. Retirement income is partially exempt — individuals under 62 can exclude up to $35,000 of retirement income; those 62 and older can exclude up to $65,000.
Georgia vs Other States
For a single filer earning $65,000 in Georgia: taxable income is $65,000 − $5,400 = $59,600. State tax: $59,600 × 5.49% = approximately $3,272/year ($273/month).
About This Calculator
This calculator uses 2026 federal and Georgia 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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