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Pennsylvania income tax brackets 2026
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% income tax. Pennsylvania taxes 401(k) contributions, so they don't lower your state tax. Local earned income tax is extra.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| Over $0 | 3.07% |
Other Pennsylvania payroll deductions
- Unemployment insurance (employee): 0.07% of wages
Local income taxes in Pennsylvania
Almost every Pennsylvania town charges a local earned income tax, usually about 1% (Philadelphia 3.74%, Pittsburgh 3%). 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; Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state income tax in 2026?
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% income tax for 2026. Pennsylvania taxes 401(k) contributions, so they don't lower your state tax. Local earned income tax is extra.
What taxes come out of a Pennsylvania 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), Pennsylvania income tax, Unemployment insurance (employee), and in some areas a local income tax. Pre-tax 401(k) and health insurance deductions lower your taxable pay.
Do cities in Pennsylvania charge income tax?
Almost every Pennsylvania town charges a local earned income tax, usually about 1% (Philadelphia 3.74%, Pittsburgh 3%). Enter your local rate in the calculator to include it.
Is this Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania tax rules. We last reviewed the Pennsylvania numbers on 20 Oct 2026.
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