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Washington, D.C. income tax brackets 2026
Washington, D.C. has 7 brackets from 4% to 10.75%. D.C. uses the same brackets for single and married filers. Its paid family leave tax is paid by employers, not employees.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | 4% |
| $10,000 – $40,000 | 6% |
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 6.5% |
| $60,000 – $250,000 | 8.5% |
| $250,000 – $500,000 | 9.25% |
| $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 9.75% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 10.75% |
Standard deduction: $16,100 single, $32,200 married.
Sources: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026; IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32; Washington, D.C. 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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How much is Washington, D.C. state income tax in 2026?
Washington, D.C. has 7 brackets from 4% to 10.75% for 2026. D.C. uses the same brackets for single and married filers. Its paid family leave tax is paid by employers, not employees.
What taxes come out of a Washington, D.C. 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), Washington, D.C. income tax. Pre-tax 401(k) and health insurance deductions lower your taxable pay.
Is this Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. tax rules. We last reviewed the Washington, D.C. numbers on 20 Oct 2026.
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