Home Pay Estimator by State

The tool estimates an employee’s net earnings by applying the 2026 federal and state tax rates to a given salary. Users input gross pay, filing status and and any additional withholdings, and the calculator returns the projected take‑home amount after deductions. It also allows a side‑by‑side comparison of two separate job offers, displaying the net pay for each so users can see the fiscal impact of different compensation packages.

Designed for individuals evaluating employment options, the calculator helps people understand how tax brackets and state-specific rules affect their paycheck. It supports the full set of 2026 tax brackets and automatically applies the appropriate rates based on the selected state.

The application is offered as a free, web‑based service and is currently labeled experimental, indicating ongoing development and potential future enhancements.