Iowa paycheck Calculator
Iowa applies flat state income tax on top of federal withholding and FICA.
Gross (per period)
$2,308
Net (per period)
$1,874
Effective tax rate
18.8%
| Item | Per period | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,308 | $60,000 |
| Federal income tax | $193 | $5,021 |
| Social Security | $143 | $3,720 |
| Medicare | $33 | $870 |
| IA state income tax | $64 | $1,668 |
| Net pay | $1,874 | $48,721 |
Deductions breakdown (per period)
- Federal income tax
- Social Security
- Medicare
- IA state income tax
Example: $60,000 salary, single, biweekly
Gross $2,308 per paycheck → estimated net $1,874 ($48,721 per year). Effective tax rate 18.8%.
How Iowa taxes your paycheck
Federal withholding uses IRS Pub. 15-T percentage-method tables for 2026. FICA includes Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%, plus Additional Medicare on high earners). See our federal tax explainer for details.
Iowa taxes taxable income at a flat 3.80% after the state standard deduction ($16,100 single / $32,200 married for 2026).
Take-home pay examples
| Annual salary | Net (annual) | Net (biweekly) |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,412 | $1,285 |
| $60,000 | $48,722 | $1,874 |
| $80,000 | $62,682 | $2,411 |
| $100,000 | $75,992 | $2,923 |
| $150,000 | $108,703 | $4,181 |
$60,000 take-home vs neighboring states
FAQs
- Does Iowa have state income tax on wages?
- Yes. Iowa withholds state income tax using a flat 3.80% rate on taxable wages after the state standard deduction where applicable.
- What is taken out of a IA paycheck besides federal tax?
- Social Security (6.2% up to the wage base), Medicare (1.45%, plus Additional Medicare on high earners), and IA state income tax, then any local or program deductions.
- How accurate is this Iowa paycheck calculator?
- This tool uses published 2026 rates and IRS Pub. 15-T percentage-method federal withholding. Actual withholding can differ based on your W-4, bonuses, local residency, and employer policies. It is an estimate, not tax advice.