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Connecticut income tax brackets 2026
Connecticut has 7 brackets from 2% to 6.99%. Connecticut's personal exemption phases out as income rises (built in). Its low-income personal tax credit and the high-income benefit recapture are not included, so treat results as an estimate.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | 2% |
| $10,000 – $50,000 | 4.5% |
| $50,000 – $100,000 | 5.5% |
| $100,000 – $200,000 | 6% |
| $200,000 – $250,000 | 6.5% |
| $250,000 – $500,000 | 6.9% |
| Over $500,000 | 6.99% |
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $20,000 | 2% |
| $20,000 – $100,000 | 4.5% |
| $100,000 – $200,000 | 5.5% |
| $200,000 – $400,000 | 6% |
| $400,000 – $500,000 | 6.5% |
| $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 6.9% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 6.99% |
Personal exemption: $15,000 single, $24,000 married.
Other Connecticut payroll deductions
- Paid Leave (CTPL): 0.5% of wages up to $184,500
Sources: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026; IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32; Connecticut 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 Connecticut state income tax in 2026?
Connecticut has 7 brackets from 2% to 6.99% for 2026. Connecticut's personal exemption phases out as income rises (built in). Its low-income personal tax credit and the high-income benefit recapture are not included, so treat results as an estimate.
What taxes come out of a Connecticut 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), Connecticut income tax, Paid Leave (CTPL). Pre-tax 401(k) and health insurance deductions lower your taxable pay.
Is this Connecticut 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 Connecticut tax rules. We last reviewed the Connecticut numbers on 20 Oct 2026.
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