Take Home Pay for Georgia (2026)
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Georgia (GA) Key Facts
State Income Tax
5.39%
Sales Tax Rate
4%
Property Tax Rate
0.92%
Overall State Tax Burden
10.3% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Georgia
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Georgia, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Georgia's state income tax.
Georgia Overview
Take-home pay in Georgia is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at up to 5.39%. With sales tax at 4% and property tax at 0.92%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Georgia workers.
How Georgia Compares
Georgia's combined rates (income: 5.39%, sales: 4%, property: 0.92%) compare to Florida (0%, 6%, 0.89%) and Alabama (5%, 4%, 0.41%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 0% | Florida has an income tax rate of 0%. |
| Alabama | 5% | Alabama has an income tax rate of 5%. |
| South Carolina | 6.4% | South Carolina has an income tax rate of 6.4%. |
Georgia's income tax rate of 5.39% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Georgia Residents
- 1Georgia state income tax at up to 5.39% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Georgia's sales tax (4%) and property tax (0.92%) 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.