Massachusetts Paycheck Calculator
Calculate your exact Massachusetts take-home pay after federal taxes, FICA (Social Security & Medicare), and Massachusetts state withholdings.
How Massachusetts Paycheck Withholding Works
Flat 5.0% income tax rate with standard personal exemptions ($4,400 Single / $8,800 Married) and MA Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) deductions.
When computing your net pay in Massachusetts, your payroll provider deducts three mandatory tax layers before issuing direct deposit:
- Federal Income Tax: Progressive federal tax brackets ranging from 10% to 37% based on your IRS Form W-4 and federal standard deduction ($14,600 Single / $29,200 Married for 2024).
- FICA Taxes: Mandatory federal payroll taxes comprising 6.2% Social Security (capped at $168,600 in wages) and 1.45% Medicare (uncapped, plus 0.9% additional Medicare for high earners).
- Massachusetts State Income Tax: Flat 5.00% state income tax.
Massachusetts Paycheck Tax Withholding Rates & Tiers
| Tax Layer | Effective Rate | Standard Exemption / Deduction | Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Income Tax | 10% to 37% (Progressive) | $14,600 Single / $29,200 Married | IRS (Federal) |
| Social Security (FICA) | 6.20% | Wage base cap at $168,600 | Federal |
| Medicare (FICA) | 1.45% | No wage cap | Federal |
| Massachusetts State Tax | Flat 5.00% state income tax | State-specific standard allowance | Massachusetts Dept. of Revenue |
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