State Income Tax Guide · 2026

Pennsylvania State Income Tax Guide

Flat 3.07%. On a $60,000 salary, a single filer in Pennsylvania takes home about $48,548 a year ($4,046/month) after federal income tax, FICA. Below is the full 2026 breakdown, plus free tools to calculate your exact paycheck.

Quick answer: A single worker earning $60,000 in Pennsylvania keeps roughly $48,548 per year after tax.

Pennsylvania at a glance

Rates as of 2026-09-01
  • State income taxFlat 3.07%
  • Local / city income taxPhiladelphia imposes a wage / earnings tax on top of the state rate.
  • Federal income tax10%–37% progressive (2026 brackets)
  • FICA (Social Security + Medicare)7.65% (2026)

2026 take-home estimate on a $60,000 salary (single)

Federal and FICA figures use the 2026 IRS brackets and wage base. State income tax uses the verified 2026 state brackets — not a top-marginal-rate estimate — and includes employee-paid state disability / paid-leave where applicable. For your exact figure (including local city tax where you live), use the calculator below.

Gross salary$60,000
Federal income tax−$5,020
FICA (Social Security + Medicare)−$4,590
Pennsylvania state income tax−$1,842
Estimated net take-home$48,548

Calculate your exact Pennsylvania paycheck

These guides summarize published rates for planning. For your real numbers — including your filing status, deductions, and credits — use the Pennsylvania-specific calculator below, then explore the other free PayCalcFig tools:

Your Pennsylvania Paycheck Calculator

Your 2026 Take-Home Pay

Gross Annual
$60,000
Federal Tax
-$5,020
State Tax
-$1,842
FICA Tax
-$4,590
401(k) Amount
-$0
Health Insurance
-$0
Net Annual Take-Home
$48,548
Monthly Take-Home
$4,046
Effective Tax Rate: 19.09%  | Federal: 8.37%  | State: 3.07%
* Based on 2026 IRS tax brackets. Standard deduction applied. For estimation purposes only.

Pennsylvania Income Tax FAQ

Yes. Pennsylvania uses a flat state income tax rate of 3.07%.
Not tax, legal, or financial advice. PayCalcFig provides general educational information only. The 2026 figures on this page reflect rates and rules published by the IRS (Rev. Proc. 2025-32; Publication 15 & 15-T), the Social Security Administration, and the U.S. Department of Labor (FLSA Fact Sheet #23), and they can change. Your actual withholding depends on your specific Form W-4, state, and situation. Always verify current rates at IRS.gov or consult a qualified tax professional before making decisions. See our full disclaimer.

Sources & disclaimer

State income tax structure retrieved from the Tax Foundation — State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (https://taxfoundation.org/data/all/state/state-income-tax-rates-2026), retrieved 2026-08-09. Federal brackets, standard deduction, and FICA rates reflect 2026 IRS guidance as encoded in the PayCalcFig tax engine.

This page is for general education only and is not tax advice. Tax rates and brackets change yearly and vary by filing status, deductions, and credits. Confirm current figures with your state revenue department or a qualified tax professional. PayCalcFig content is reviewed by Marcus Hale, IRS Enrolled Agent.

State unemployment insurance (SUTA) and federal unemployment tax (FUTA) are paid by employers, not withheld from employee wages, so they do not reduce your take-home pay. California also collects employer-paid Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Employment Training Tax (ETT).