Pennsylvania rules
How Pennsylvania taxes your paycheck in 2026
Pennsylvania uses one of the simplest income-tax systems in the nation: a single 3.07% flat rate applied to your taxable compensation. There are no tax brackets, and — unusually — no state standard deduction or personal exemption to subtract first. Almost every dollar of wages is taxed at the same low rate.
The 3.07% flat tax
The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue taxes "compensation" (wages, salaries, tips and bonuses) at a flat 3.07%. Because there is no deduction to whittle the base down, your effective state rate is essentially 3.07% from your first paycheck — a structure that favors lower earners less than a bracketed system but keeps the rate among the lowest of any income-tax state.
| Gross salary | PA state tax (3.07%) | Est. take-home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | ~$1,535 | ~$40,600 |
| $70,000 | ~$2,149 | ~$55,300 |
| $100,000 | ~$3,070 | ~$76,100 |
| $150,000 | ~$4,605 | ~$108,900 |
Single filer, 2026 federal brackets and FICA. PA applies no state standard deduction.
Local earned income tax (EIT)
Many Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts levy an additional local Earned Income Tax, often around 1%, on top of the state 3.07%. Philadelphia's resident wage tax is notably higher (roughly 3.7%). This calculator shows the state portion; check your municipality for the exact local add-on.
Comparing Pennsylvania to its neighbors
At 3.07%, Pennsylvania is gentler than progressive New York or New Jersey, and far below California. Run your salary through a no-tax state like Florida to see the full spread.
Questions
Pennsylvania salary calculator FAQ
What is the Pennsylvania income tax rate for 2026?
Pennsylvania has a flat individual income tax of 3.07% on taxable compensation, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue. The same rate applies to all wage income with no brackets and no state standard deduction.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Pennsylvania?
A Pennsylvania paycheck is reduced by federal income tax, 6.2% Social Security, 1.45% Medicare and the state's flat 3.07% income tax. On a $70,000 single salary, total deductions are roughly 21% to 23%, plus any local earned income tax.
Does Pennsylvania have a local income tax too?
Yes. Many Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts charge a local Earned Income Tax (often about 1%) on top of the 3.07% state rate, and Philadelphia levies a higher city wage tax. This calculator shows the state portion only.
What is the take-home pay on $70,000 in Pennsylvania?
A single filer earning $70,000 in Pennsylvania takes home roughly $55,000 a year after federal tax, FICA and the 3.07% state income tax. Local earned income tax, where it applies, reduces this slightly.
- Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Revenue (3.07% flat rate) · IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 · SSA 2026 wage base.
- 🔄 Last updated June 9, 2026 · Tax year 2026
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