Take Home Pay for Connecticut (2026)
Connecticut (CT) Key Facts
State Income Tax
6.99%
Sales Tax Rate
6.35%
Property Tax Rate
2.15%
Overall State Tax Burden
15.5% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Connecticut
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Connecticut, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Connecticut's state income tax.
Connecticut Overview
Take-home pay in Connecticut is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at up to 6.99%. With sales tax at 6.35% and property tax at 2.15%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Connecticut workers.
How Connecticut Compares
Connecticut's combined rates (income: 6.99%, sales: 6.35%, property: 2.15%) compare to New York (10.9%, 4%, 1.72%) and Massachusetts (5%, 6.25%, 1.23%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10.9% | New York has an income tax rate of 10.9%. |
| Massachusetts | 5% | Massachusetts has an income tax rate of 5%. |
| Rhode Island | 5.99% | Rhode Island has an income tax rate of 5.99%. |
Connecticut's income tax rate of 6.99% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Connecticut Residents
- 1Connecticut state income tax at up to 6.99% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Connecticut's sales tax (6.35%) and property tax (2.15%) when calculating real purchasing power.
- 3Pre-tax 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions reduce both federal and state taxable income, increasing your net pay.
- 4Your effective tax rate is typically lower than your marginal rate, especially in progressive tax states.
- 5After major life changes (marriage, new child, job change), review both federal W-4 and state withholding forms to optimize take-home pay.