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Bonus tax calculator (US)

How much of a bonus you keep after the flat 22% withholding, Social Security, Medicare and state tax.

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About Bonus tax calculator (US)

Estimates the take-home part of a US bonus after the flat 22 percent federal supplemental withholding, 6.2 percent Social Security, 1.45 percent Medicare and state tax. Withholding is not your final tax: the bonus is taxed as income on your return, so you may get money back or owe more.

How to use Bonus tax calculator (US)

  1. Enter your numbers above.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type.
  3. Change any value to compare different cases.

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Frequently asked questions

Why does my bonus feel taxed so heavily?

Employers often withhold a flat 22 percent plus payroll and state taxes. That is only withholding, and your actual tax is settled when you file your return.

Is Bonus tax calculator (US) free?

Yes. Bonus tax calculator (US) on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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