Wisconsin paycheck calculator
What you'll take home in Wisconsin after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax rates from 3.5% to 7.65%.
Take-home pay in Wisconsin at common wages
| Pay | Gross per check | Federal | Social Security + Medicare | Wisconsin tax | Take-home per check | Take-home per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12/hour | $960.00 | $34.08 | $73.44 | $14.65 | $837.84 | $21,784 |
| $15/hour | $1,200.00 | $60.15 | $91.80 | $25.01 | $1,023.04 | $26,599 |
| $18/hour | $1,440.00 | $88.95 | $110.16 | $36.84 | $1,204.05 | $31,305 |
| $20/hour | $1,600.00 | $108.15 | $122.40 | $44.72 | $1,324.72 | $34,443 |
| $25/hour | $2,000.00 | $156.15 | $153.00 | $64.43 | $1,626.41 | $42,287 |
| $30/hour | $2,400.00 | $204.15 | $183.60 | $84.45 | $1,927.80 | $50,123 |
| $35,000/year | $1,346.15 | $77.69 | $102.98 | $32.21 | $1,133.27 | $29,465 |
| $50,000/year | $1,923.08 | $146.92 | $147.12 | $60.64 | $1,568.39 | $40,778 |
| $75,000/year | $2,884.62 | $295.00 | $220.67 | $113.21 | $2,255.73 | $58,649 |
Single filer, no dependents, paid every two weeks, 40 hours a week, no overtime or pre-tax benefits, W-4 Step 2 unchecked.
How Wisconsin taxes your paycheck
Wisconsin 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5% | $0 to $15,110 | $0 to $20,150 |
| 4.4% | $15,110 to $51,950 | $20,150 to $69,260 |
| 5.3% | $51,950 to $332,720 | $69,260 to $443,630 |
| 7.65% | Over $332,720 | Over $443,630 |
Before the brackets apply:
- Standard deduction of up to $13,960 single or $25,840 married, which shrinks as income rises.
- Personal exemption: $700 per filer.
- Dependent exemption: $700 each.
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 Wisconsin have a state income tax?
Yes. Wisconsin's 2026 rate is 3.5% to 7.65%, applied after the deductions listed above.
How much is $15 an hour after taxes in Wisconsin?
About $1,023 every two weeks, or $26,599 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 Wisconsin?
About $1,325 every two weeks, or $34,443 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
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.