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Pennsylvania Paycheck Taxes in 2026

Pennsylvania state income tax for 2026: Flat 3.07%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 3.07% rate to taxable wages.

Every Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania is $7.25 per hour. PA payroll can also include: Local EIT (Earned Income Tax), Philadelphia Wage Tax.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Pennsylvania state income tax for 2026 is Flat 3.07%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 3.07% rate to taxable wages. Enter your gross pay and pay frequency above for an exact per-paycheck estimate.

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

FICA is federal, so it is the same in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania in 2026?

The minimum wage in Pennsylvania is $7.25 per hour. PA payroll can also include: Local EIT (Earned Income Tax), Philadelphia Wage Tax. Enter your actual hourly rate or salary in the calculator to estimate your take-home pay per pay period.