Oregon paycheck calculator
What you'll take home in Oregon after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax rates from 4.75% to 9.9%.
Take-home pay in Oregon at common wages
| Pay | Gross per check | Federal | Social Security + Medicare | Oregon tax | Other | Take-home per check | Take-home per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12/hour | $960.00 | $34.08 | $73.44 | $49.11 | $6.72 | $796.65 | $20,713 |
| $15/hour | $1,200.00 | $60.15 | $91.80 | $67.83 | $8.40 | $971.82 | $25,267 |
| $18/hour | $1,440.00 | $88.95 | $110.16 | $86.31 | $10.08 | $1,144.50 | $29,757 |
| $20/hour | $1,600.00 | $108.15 | $122.40 | $98.63 | $11.20 | $1,259.62 | $32,750 |
| $25/hour | $2,000.00 | $156.15 | $153.00 | $129.43 | $14.00 | $1,547.42 | $40,233 |
| $30/hour | $2,400.00 | $204.15 | $183.60 | $160.23 | $16.80 | $1,835.22 | $47,716 |
| $35,000/year | $1,346.15 | $77.69 | $102.98 | $79.08 | $9.42 | $1,076.98 | $28,001 |
| $50,000/year | $1,923.08 | $146.92 | $147.12 | $123.50 | $13.46 | $1,492.07 | $38,794 |
| $75,000/year | $2,884.62 | $295.00 | $220.67 | $194.68 | $20.19 | $2,154.07 | $56,006 |
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 Oregon Paid Leave, Oregon transit tax.
How Oregon taxes your paycheck
Oregon uses tax brackets, so each rate applies only to the part of your taxable income inside that bracket. 2026 brackets:
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 4.75% | $0 to $4,550 | $0 to $9,100 |
| 6.75% | $4,550 to $11,400 | $9,100 to $22,800 |
| 8.75% | $11,400 to $125,000 | $22,800 to $250,000 |
| 9.9% | Over $125,000 | Over $250,000 |
Before the brackets apply:
- Standard deduction: $2,910 single, $5,820 married filing jointly.
- Personal tax credit: $256 per filer.
- Dependent tax credit: $256 each.
- You can subtract up to $8,500 of federal income tax you pay (income limits apply).
Other deductions required in Oregon
- Oregon Paid Leave: 0.6% of wages up to $184,500 a year
- Oregon transit tax: 0.1% of wages
Local taxes
Portland-area residents may also owe Metro and Multnomah County taxes on higher incomes. You can enter your exact local rate in the calculator.
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 Oregon have a state income tax?
Yes. Oregon's 2026 rate is 4.75% to 9.9%, applied after the deductions listed above.
How much is $15 an hour after taxes in Oregon?
About $972 every two weeks, or $25,267 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 Oregon?
About $1,260 every two weeks, or $32,750 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.