Tax Year 2026Updated July 21, 2026

Connecticut Paycheck Calculator 2026

Q: What taxes are deducted from my Connecticut paycheck?

Your Connecticut paycheck has deductions for federal income tax (10%-37%), FICA (Social Security + Medicare), and Connecticut state income tax using graduated brackets (7 brackets).

Q: How do Connecticut's income tax brackets work?

Connecticut uses a graduated (progressive) income tax with 7 brackets. Each bracket applies only to income within that range, not your entire income. For example, if you earn enough to reach the third bracket, only the income above the second bracket's threshold is taxed at the third bracket's rate.

Q: What tax bracket am I in for Connecticut?

Your Connecticut bracket depends on your taxable income (after deductions) and filing status. The calculator above shows your effective state tax rate, which is usually lower than your marginal bracket rate because lower portions of your income are taxed at lower rates.

Q: Does Connecticut conform to the OBBBA overtime and tips deductions?

Connecticut has not yet confirmed whether it will conform to the federal OBBBA deductions for overtime pay and tip income. Until the state legislature or tax authority acts, these deductions reduce only your federal taxable income. Your Connecticut state income tax on those wages remains unchanged.

This calculator estimates your take-home pay as a Connecticut worker after federal income tax, FICA, and Connecticut's 7-bracket graduated income tax (rates from 2.00% to 6.99%). Enter your salary, pay frequency, and filing status below.

Connecticut Income Tax Brackets 2026

Taxable Income	Rate
$0 - $10,000	2.00%
$10,000 - $50,000	4.50%
$50,000 - $100,000	5.50%
$100,000 - $200,000	6.00%
$200,000 - $250,000	6.50%
$250,000 - $500,000	6.90%
Over $500,000	6.99%

Source: Connecticut Tax Authority

Connecticut Personal Exemption System

Instead of a standard deduction, Connecticut uses a personal exemption system. The exemption is $15,000 for single filers and $24,000 for married filing jointly. This amount is subtracted from your gross income before Connecticut's graduated tax brackets are applied. The personal exemption may phase out at higher income levels.

How Your Connecticut Paycheck Is Calculated

Gross pay: Your annual salary divided by the number of pay periods.
Federal income tax: 2026 progressive brackets (10%-37%) after the federal standard deduction of $16,100 (single) or $32,200 (MFJ).
Social Security: 6.2% on wages up to $184,500.
Medicare: 1.45% on all wages, plus 0.9% above $200,000 (single).
Connecticut state income tax: 7-bracket progressive system (2.00% to 6.99%).

What Else Comes Out of Your Paycheck in Connecticut

Beyond federal income tax, FICA, and Connecticut state income tax, Connecticut has additional payroll deductions that may appear on your pay stub:

Program	Employee Rate	Notes
Connecticut Paid Leave	0.50%	Paid family/medical leave - may also apply

Note: These deductions are not yet computed into the net pay estimate above. They are shown as informational lines because rates require verification. Your actual take-home pay may be lower by these amounts.

Worked Examples

Example 1: $95,000/year - Married Filing Jointly, Semi-monthly

Profile: $95,000 annual salary, Married Filing Jointly filer, paid semimonthly (24 paychecks/year)

Gross per period: $3,958.33
Federal income tax: -$293.33
Social Security: -$245.42
Medicare: -$57.40
Connecticut state income tax: -$157.29
Net take-home pay: $3,204.89 per paycheck ($76,917/year)
Effective total tax rate: 19.03%

Example 2: $85,000/year - Single, Monthly

Profile: $85,000 annual salary, Single filer, paid monthly (12 paychecks/year)

Gross per period: $7,083.33
Federal income tax: -$822.50
Social Security: -$439.17
Medicare: -$102.71
Connecticut state income tax: -$327.08
Net take-home pay: $5,391.87 per paycheck ($64,702/year)
Effective total tax rate: 23.88%

Example 3: $78,000/year - Head of Household, Biweekly

Profile: $78,000 annual salary, Head of Household filer, paid biweekly (26 paychecks/year)

Gross per period: $3,000.00
Federal income tax: -$234.92
Social Security: -$186.00
Medicare: -$43.50
Connecticut state income tax: -$119.62
Net take-home pay: $2,415.96 per paycheck ($62,815/year)
Effective total tax rate: 19.47%

Connecticut Tax Notes

Graduated brackets: 7 brackets from 2.00% to 6.99%.
Supplemental withholding rate: 6.99% for bonuses and supplemental wages.

Connecticut does not impose local income taxes or local sales taxes. Property taxes are assessed and collected at the municipal level and vary significantly by town — CT has among the highest municipal property taxes in the nation.

OBBBA Conformity

Connecticut has not confirmed conformity with the federal OBBBA deductions for overtime and tips. Until the state legislature or tax authority acts, these deductions apply only on the federal return. Connecticut state income tax on those wages remains unchanged.

Frequently Asked Questions

What taxes are deducted from my Connecticut paycheck?

Your Connecticut paycheck has deductions for federal income tax (10%-37%), FICA (Social Security + Medicare), and Connecticut state income tax using graduated brackets (7 brackets).

How accurate is this paycheck calculator?

This calculator estimates take-home pay using 2026 federal and Connecticut state tax rates. It models federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax. It does not include pre-tax deductions (401(k), HSA, health insurance premiums), post-tax deductions, or state-specific payroll taxes (disability insurance, paid leave). Your actual paycheck may differ.

How do Connecticut's income tax brackets work?

Connecticut uses a graduated (progressive) income tax with 7 brackets. Each bracket applies only to income within that range, not your entire income. For example, if you earn enough to reach the third bracket, only the income above the second bracket's threshold is taxed at the third bracket's rate.

What tax bracket am I in for Connecticut?

Your Connecticut bracket depends on your taxable income (after deductions) and filing status. The calculator above shows your effective state tax rate, which is usually lower than your marginal bracket rate because lower portions of your income are taxed at lower rates.

How are bonuses and supplemental wages taxed in Connecticut?

Connecticut withholds state tax on bonuses, commissions, and other supplemental wages at a flat rate of 6.99%. This may differ from your regular withholding rate. At the federal level, supplemental wages are typically withheld at a flat 22% (or 37% above $1 million).

Does Connecticut conform to the OBBBA overtime and tips deductions?

Connecticut has not yet confirmed whether it will conform to the federal OBBBA deductions for overtime pay and tip income. Until the state legislature or tax authority acts, these deductions reduce only your federal taxable income. Your Connecticut state income tax on those wages remains unchanged.

What is Connecticut Paid Leave and how does it affect my paycheck?

Connecticut Paid Leave is a Connecticut program that provides paid leave for family caregiving, bonding with a new child, or serious medical conditions. Your paycheck includes a deduction of approximately 0.50% to fund this program. This deduction is separate from federal and state income taxes and appears as its own line on your pay stub.