Last updated: March 2, 2026

How to Calculate Take-Home Pay

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Take-home pay is your gross salary minus all tax deductions including federal, state, and FICA taxes.

Knowing your take-home pay helps you create an accurate household budget.

Common use cases:

  • Budgeting accurately
  • Comparing job offers
  • Planning major purchases

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