Minnesota Paycheck Calculator
Use this calculator to estimate your net pay per pay period in Minnesota, taking into account federal and state taxes, as well as common deductions. This calculator uses 2024 tax rates and standard deductions for estimation purposes.
Understanding Your Minnesota Paycheck
Your paycheck in Minnesota is influenced by several factors, including your gross earnings, pay frequency, federal and state tax withholdings, and any pre-tax or post-tax deductions you may have. This calculator helps you break down these components to estimate your net pay.
Gross Pay and Pay Frequency
Your Gross Pay per Period is the total amount you earn before any deductions. Your Pay Frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly) determines how many pay periods are in a year, which is crucial for annualizing your income for tax calculations.
Federal Taxes
Federal taxes include Social Security, Medicare, and Federal Income Tax. These are mandatory deductions for most employees.
- Social Security (FICA): A flat rate of 6.2% on earnings up to an annual limit ($168,600 for 2024).
- Medicare (FICA): A flat rate of 1.45% on all earnings, with an additional 0.9% Medicare tax on earnings above certain thresholds ($200,000 for single filers, $250,000 for married filing jointly).
- Federal Income Tax: This is a progressive tax, meaning higher earners pay a higher percentage. It's calculated based on your annual taxable income, which is your gross pay minus certain deductions (like pre-tax deductions and the standard or itemized deduction). Your Federal Filing Status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, Head of Household) and the number of Federal Dependents (which can impact credits like the Child Tax Credit) significantly affect this calculation.
Minnesota State Taxes
Minnesota has its own state income tax, which is also progressive. Like federal taxes, it's calculated based on your taxable income after considering your MN Filing Status and any applicable deductions (standard or itemized). Minnesota's tax brackets and standard deductions are distinct from federal ones.
Deductions
- Pre-Tax Deductions: These are deductions taken from your gross pay before taxes are calculated. Common examples include contributions to a 401(k) or traditional IRA, health insurance premiums, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) contributions. These deductions reduce your taxable income, lowering your federal and state income tax liability. Note: Some pre-tax deductions (like 401k) are still subject to FICA taxes, while others (like health insurance) are not. For simplicity, this calculator assumes all pre-tax deductions reduce all taxable incomes (Federal, State, FICA).
- Post-Tax Deductions: These deductions are taken from your pay after all taxes have been calculated. Examples include Roth 401(k) contributions, union dues, or wage garnishments.
Net Pay
Your Net Pay is the amount you actually take home after all taxes and deductions have been subtracted from your gross pay. Understanding how each component contributes to your net pay can help you better manage your finances and plan for your future.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on 2024 tax laws and common assumptions. It is not financial or tax advice. For precise calculations or specific tax situations, consult with a qualified tax professional.
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// Helper function to parse numbers, defaulting to 0 if invalid
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return isNaN(value) ? 0 : value;
};
// Input values
var grossPayPerPeriod = parseNum("grossPayPerPeriod");
var payFrequency = parseNum("payFrequency");
var federalFilingStatus = document.getElementById("federalFilingStatus").value;
var federalDependents = parseNum("federalDependents");
var federalOtherIncome = parseNum("federalOtherIncome");
var federalDeductions = parseNum("federalDeductions"); // Itemized, if greater than standard
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var preTaxDeductionsAnnual = parseNum("preTaxDeductionsAnnual");
var postTaxDeductionsAnnual = parseNum("postTaxDeductionsAnnual");
// Validate gross pay
if (grossPayPerPeriod additionalMedicareThresholdSingle) {
annualAdditionalMedicareTax = (ficaTaxableIncome – additionalMedicareThresholdSingle) * additionalMedicareRate;
}
} else if (federalFilingStatus === "married") {
if (ficaTaxableIncome > additionalMedicareThresholdMFJ) {
annualAdditionalMedicareTax = (ficaTaxableIncome – additionalMedicareThresholdMFJ) * additionalMedicareRate;
}
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annualMedicareTax += annualAdditionalMedicareTax;
// — Federal Income Tax —
var federalStandardDeduction;
switch (federalFilingStatus) {
case "single":
federalStandardDeduction = 14600;
break;
case "married":
federalStandardDeduction = 29200;
break;
case "hoh":
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// Use itemized deductions if they are greater than the standard deduction
var actualFederalDeduction = Math.max(federalStandardDeduction, federalDeductions);
var federalTaxableIncome = Math.max(0, annualGrossPay + federalOtherIncome – preTaxDeductionsAnnual – actualFederalDeduction);
var annualFederalIncomeTax = 0;
var federalBrackets;
// 2024 Federal Tax Brackets
if (federalFilingStatus === "single") {
federalBrackets = [{
rate: 0.10,
limit: 11600
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rate: 0.12,
limit: 47150
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rate: 0.22,
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rate: 0.10,
limit: 16550
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limit: 63100
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var remainingTaxable = federalTaxableIncome;
var prevLimit = 0;
for (var i = 0; i < federalBrackets.length; i++) {
var bracket = federalBrackets[i];
var taxableInBracket = Math.min(remainingTaxable, bracket.limit – prevLimit);
annualFederalIncomeTax += taxableInBracket * bracket.rate;
remainingTaxable -= taxableInBracket;
prevLimit = bracket.limit;
if (remainingTaxable <= 0) break;
}
// Apply Child Tax Credit (simplified)
annualFederalIncomeTax -= federalDependents * 2000;
annualFederalIncomeTax = Math.max(0, annualFederalIncomeTax); // Tax cannot be negative
// — Minnesota State Income Tax —
var mnStandardDeduction;
switch (mnFilingStatus) {
case "single":
mnStandardDeduction = 13825;
break;
case "married":
mnStandardDeduction = 27650;
break;
case "hoh":
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break;
default:
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// Use itemized deductions if they are greater than the standard deduction
var actualMNDeduction = Math.max(mnStandardDeduction, mnDeductions);
var mnTaxableIncome = Math.max(0, annualGrossPay + mnOtherIncome – preTaxDeductionsAnnual – actualMNDeduction);
var annualMNIncomeTax = 0;
var mnBrackets;
// 2024 Minnesota Tax Brackets
if (mnFilingStatus === "single") {
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}
remainingTaxable = mnTaxableIncome;
prevLimit = 0;
for (var j = 0; j < mnBrackets.length; j++) {
var bracket = mnBrackets[j];
var taxableInBracket = Math.min(remainingTaxable, bracket.limit – prevLimit);
annualMNIncomeTax += taxableInBracket * bracket.rate;
remainingTaxable -= taxableInBracket;
prevLimit = bracket.limit;
if (remainingTaxable <= 0) break;
}
annualMNIncomeTax = Math.max(0, annualMNIncomeTax); // Tax cannot be negative
// — Total Deductions —
var totalAnnualDeductions = annualSSTax + annualMedicareTax + annualFederalIncomeTax + annualMNIncomeTax + preTaxDeductionsAnnual + postTaxDeductionsAnnual;
// — Net Pay —
var annualNetPay = annualGrossPay – totalAnnualDeductions;
// — Per Period Breakdown —
var netPayPerPeriod = annualNetPay / payFrequency;
var ssTaxPerPeriod = annualSSTax / payFrequency;
var medicareTaxPerPeriod = annualMedicareTax / payFrequency;
var federalTaxPerPeriod = annualFederalIncomeTax / payFrequency;
var mnTaxPerPeriod = annualMNIncomeTax / payFrequency;
var preTaxDeductionsPerPeriod = preTaxDeductionsAnnual / payFrequency;
var postTaxDeductionsPerPeriod = postTaxDeductionsAnnual / payFrequency;
var totalDeductionsPerPeriod = totalAnnualDeductions / payFrequency;
// Format currency
var formatter = new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', {
style: 'currency',
currency: 'USD',
});
// Display results
var resultHtml = "
Your Estimated Paycheck Breakdown
";
resultHtml += "
Gross Pay per Period: " + formatter.format(grossPayPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "
Annual Gross Pay: " + formatter.format(annualGrossPay) + "";
resultHtml += "
";
resultHtml += "
— Deductions per Period —";
resultHtml += "Federal Income Tax: " + formatter.format(federalTaxPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "Social Security Tax: " + formatter.format(ssTaxPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "Medicare Tax: " + formatter.format(medicareTaxPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "Minnesota State Tax: " + formatter.format(mnTaxPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "Pre-Tax Deductions: " + formatter.format(preTaxDeductionsPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "Post-Tax Deductions: " + formatter.format(postTaxDeductionsPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "
Total Deductions per Period: " + formatter.format(totalDeductionsPerPeriod) + "";
resultHtml += "
";
resultHtml += "
Net Pay per Period: " + formatter.format(netPayPerPeriod) + "";
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