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Colorado income tax brackets 2026
Colorado has a flat 4.4% income tax. Colorado taxes your federal taxable income at a flat 4.4%.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| Over $0 | 4.4% |
Standard deduction: $16,100 single, $32,200 married.
Other Colorado payroll deductions
- FAMLI paid leave (employee share): 0.44% of wages up to $184,500
Local income taxes in Colorado
Denver, Aurora and a few other cities charge a small flat monthly occupational privilege tax. Set the local income tax field in the calculator to match where you live or work.
Sources: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026; IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32; Colorado revenue and labor department rates for 2026. Federal: 2026 brackets, $184,500 Social Security wage base. See paycheck calculators for every state.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Colorado state income tax in 2026?
Colorado has a flat 4.4% income tax for 2026. Colorado taxes your federal taxable income at a flat 4.4%.
What taxes come out of a Colorado paycheck?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026) and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% on wages over $200,000), Colorado income tax, FAMLI paid leave (employee share), and in some areas a local income tax. Pre-tax 401(k) and health insurance deductions lower your taxable pay.
Do cities in Colorado charge income tax?
Denver, Aurora and a few other cities charge a small flat monthly occupational privilege tax. Enter your local rate in the calculator to include it.
Is this Colorado paycheck calculator up to date?
Yes. It uses the 2026 federal tax brackets and standard deduction, the 2026 Social Security wage base, and the latest published Colorado tax rules. We last reviewed the Colorado numbers on 20 Oct 2026.
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