Iowa Paycheck Calculator

Iowa Paycheck Taxes in 2026

Iowa state income tax for 2026: 4.4% - 6%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 3.8% rate to taxable wages after the $15,750 single-filer standard deduction.

Every Iowa paycheck also has federal FICA withheld: Social Security at 6.2% of gross wages up to the $184,500 wage base (2026) and Medicare at 1.45% of all wages, plus an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax on wages above $200,000 per year.

The minimum wage in Iowa is $7.25 per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much state income tax does Iowa take out of my paycheck?

Iowa state income tax for 2026 is 4.4% - 6%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 3.8% rate to taxable wages after the $15,750 single-filer standard deduction. Enter your gross pay and pay frequency above for an exact per-paycheck estimate.

How much are Social Security and Medicare (FICA) taxes in Iowa?

FICA is federal, so it is the same in Iowa as in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of gross wages up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an additional 0.9% withheld on wages above $200,000 per year.

What is the minimum wage in Iowa in 2026?

The minimum wage in Iowa is $7.25 per hour. Enter your actual hourly rate or salary in the calculator to estimate your take-home pay per pay period.