Tax Withholding Estimator
Estimate your withholding and potential tax refund
1. EARNINGS & SCHEDULE
2. STATUS & FAMILY
0($0 credit)
3. CURRENT WITHHOLDING
Projected Amount Owed
$8,341
Based on your biweekly withholding schedule.
Estimated Annual Tax$8,341
Projected Withholding$0
Final Net Pay$66,659
Per Paycheck Take-Home
$2,564
After all federal taxes are deducted.
Per Paycheck Tax Cost
$321
Your actual liability share per period.
TAX CALCULATION AUDIT
Total Gross Income$75,000
Adjusted Taxable Income$60,400
Effective Tax Rate11.12%
Child Credits Applied-$0
For Estimation Only
This tool calculates **Federal Income Tax** only. It does not include FICA (Social Security/Medicare), State, or Local Taxes. Projections assume your withholding remains consistent.
What is a Tax Withholding Estimator?
A tax withholding estimator is a tool that helps you project your federal income tax liability for the year based on your earnings, filing status, and dependents. It allows you to see how much you should be having withheld from each paycheck to avoid a large tax bill or a surprisingly small refund when you file your taxes. It's a great way to fine-tune your Form W-4 with your employer.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter Earnings: Input your total annual salary and any additional income you expect to receive. Select how often you get paid from the "Pay Frequency" dropdown.
- Set Your Status: Choose your tax filing status (e.g., Single, Married) and enter the number of qualifying dependents you will claim for the Child Tax Credit.
- Input Current Withholding: Look at your latest pay stub and enter the amount of federal income tax already being withheld per paycheck. You can also add any pre-tax deductions like 401(k) or health insurance contributions.
- Review Your Projection: The main result card will show your estimated annual refund or the amount you might owe. You can also see your estimated take-home pay per paycheck and a detailed audit of the calculation.