Payroll Tax Calculator
Estimate U.S.
payroll taxes for employee wages.
Choose employee or employer view to see Social Security, Medicare, and additional Medicare assumptions.
Estimated payroll tax$7,268
Social Security$5,890
Medicare$1,378
Additional Medicare$0
Employer portion$0
| Annualized wages | $95,000 |
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Assumptions
- Federal unemployment tax and state unemployment taxes are not included.
How this calculator works
Formula used
Payroll tax = Social Security up to wage base + Medicare on wages + additional Medicare if applicable.
Example calculation
An employee and employer both generally pay Social Security and Medicare, while additional Medicare applies to employees above thresholds.
Payroll Tax Calculator FAQ
Are these tax calculators official IRS tools?
No. These calculators are educational estimators for U.S. planning. They do not replace IRS forms, payroll software, a CPA, or legal advice.
Why might my actual paycheck or tax bill be different?
Actual results can change because of credits, pre-tax benefits, local taxes, payroll timing, itemized deductions, employer setup, and updated federal or state rules.