California Paycheck Calculator — Estimate Your CA Take-Home Pay
Calculate your exact take-home pay after California state tax (9.3%), SDI (1.1%), federal tax, and FICA. Updated for 2026.
- California Tax Rate 9.3%
- SDI 1.1% Included
- 2026 Tax Brackets
- Free & No Signup
2026 Tax Rates — Updated
🌴 California Paycheck Calculator
Instant, accurate take-home pay — Federal + CA State 9.3% + SDI 1.3% + FICA
Income Details
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✅ California: 9.3% state income tax + 1.3% SDI applied
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💵 Your Take-Home Pay
$3,461
per paycheck (biweekly)
$3,846Gross Pay
28.4%Effective Tax
71.6%Take-Home
📊 Per-Paycheck Breakdown
Gross Pay
Before all deductions
$3,846
100%
Federal Income Tax
2026 progressive brackets
−$673
17.5%
CA State Income Tax
9.3% effective rate
−$357
9.3%
CA SDI (State Disability)
1.3% of gross wages
−$42
1.1%
Social Security (OASDI)
6.2% — wage base $176,100/yr
−$238
6.2%
Medicare (HI)
1.45% of gross wages
−$56
1.45%
✅ Net Take-Home Pay
After all taxes & deductions
$3,461
90%
📅 Annual Summary
Annual Gross
$100,000
Annual Net
$89,986
Federal Tax
$17,499
State Tax
$9,300
FICA Total
$7,650
CA SDI
$1,100
⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual paychecks may vary based on employer policies, local taxes, rounding, and other factors. California 2026 rates: 9.3% state income tax + 1.3% SDI. Federal rates per IRS 2026 Publication 15-T. Consult a qualified tax professional for personalized advice. © PaycheckCalculator.com
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