Delaware paycheck calculator
What you'll take home in Delaware after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax rates from 2.2% to 6.6%.
Take-home pay in Delaware at common wages
| Pay | Gross per check | Federal | Social Security + Medicare | Delaware tax | Other | Take-home per check | Take-home per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12/hour | $960.00 | $34.08 | $73.44 | $27.69 | $3.84 | $820.95 | $21,345 |
| $15/hour | $1,200.00 | $60.15 | $91.80 | $40.57 | $4.80 | $1,002.68 | $26,070 |
| $18/hour | $1,440.00 | $88.95 | $110.16 | $53.89 | $5.76 | $1,181.24 | $30,712 |
| $20/hour | $1,600.00 | $108.15 | $122.40 | $62.77 | $6.40 | $1,300.28 | $33,807 |
| $25/hour | $2,000.00 | $156.15 | $153.00 | $84.97 | $8.00 | $1,597.88 | $41,545 |
| $30/hour | $2,400.00 | $204.15 | $183.60 | $107.17 | $9.60 | $1,895.48 | $49,282 |
| $35,000/year | $1,346.15 | $77.69 | $102.98 | $48.68 | $5.38 | $1,111.42 | $28,897 |
| $50,000/year | $1,923.08 | $146.92 | $147.12 | $80.70 | $7.69 | $1,540.65 | $40,057 |
| $75,000/year | $2,884.62 | $295.00 | $220.67 | $138.81 | $11.54 | $2,218.60 | $57,684 |
Single filer, no dependents, paid every two weeks, 40 hours a week, no overtime or pre-tax benefits, W-4 Step 2 unchecked. “Other” is Delaware Paid Leave.
How Delaware taxes your paycheck
Delaware uses tax brackets, so each rate applies only to the part of your taxable income inside that bracket. 2026 brackets:
| Rate | Taxable income (all filers) |
|---|---|
| 0% | $0 to $2,000 |
| 2.2% | $2,000 to $5,000 |
| 3.9% | $5,000 to $10,000 |
| 4.8% | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| 5.2% | $20,000 to $25,000 |
| 5.55% | $25,000 to $60,000 |
| 6.6% | Over $60,000 |
Before the brackets apply:
- Standard deduction: $3,250 single, $6,500 married filing jointly.
- Personal tax credit: $110 per filer.
- Dependent tax credit: $110 each.
Delaware employers can choose to pay some or all of the Paid Leave deduction for you.
Other deductions required in Delaware
- Delaware Paid Leave: 0.4% of wages up to $184,500 a year. Your employer may pay some or all of it.
Federal taxes on every paycheck
Federal income tax is withheld using the IRS percentage method in Publication 15-T for 2026, based on your W-4. Social Security takes 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 a year, and Medicare takes 1.45%, plus 0.9% on wages over $200,000. These are the same in every state.
Questions
Does Delaware have a state income tax?
Yes. Delaware's 2026 rate is 2.2% to 6.6%, applied after the deductions listed above.
How much is $15 an hour after taxes in Delaware?
About $1,003 every two weeks, or $26,070 a year, for a single worker with no pre-tax benefits working 40 hours a week.
How much is $20 an hour after taxes in Delaware?
About $1,300 every two weeks, or $33,807 a year, under the same assumptions.
Why is my real paycheck different?
Health insurance, retirement savings, your W-4 answers, overtime, tips and local taxes all change your paycheck. Enter yours in the full calculator for an exact estimate.
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Sources
- IRS Publication 15-T (2026) · Federal income tax withholding
- Tax Foundation · 2026 state income tax rates and deductions
- Clockspot · 2026 paid leave rates
These are estimates for planning, not tax advice. Your employer's payroll system, local taxes and benefits can change the exact amount. Leftover Planner is not affiliated with the IRS or any state agency.