Colorado Take-Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your actual take-home pay in Colorado after federal tax, Colorado state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.

Annual Breakdown

Gross Salary
$65,000
Federal Income Tax
-$5,760
State Income Tax
-$2,860
Social Security (FICA)
-$4,030
Medicare
-$1,235
Annual Take-Home Pay
$51,115

Monthly Summary

Monthly Gross
$5,417
Total Deductions
-$1,157
Monthly Take-Home
$4,260
Effective Tax Rate(all deductions)
21.4%

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Colorado Tax Overview

Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4%. The state uses federal taxable income as the starting point, simplifying your state return.

Flat 4.4% rateUses federal taxable income as baseGrowing tech job market in Denver-Boulder

Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in Colorado

If you work in Colorado, your take-home pay is affected by a combination of federal taxes and Colorado-specific taxes and deductions. Here's what Colorado residents and workers need to know about their paycheck.

Colorado Income Tax

Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4%. The state uses federal taxable income as the starting point, simplifying your state return.

Cost of Living in Colorado

Colorado's cost of living is about 5% above the national average, with Denver and Boulder being notably more expensive. When evaluating your Colorado take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.

Financial Tips for Colorado Residents

  • Colorado's flat 4.4% rate means your tax calculation is straightforward
  • Colorado uses federal taxable income — your federal deductions automatically reduce state taxes too
  • The growing Denver-Boulder tech corridor offers competitive salaries
  • Colorado has relatively moderate property taxes compared to neighboring states

Key Colorado Tax Features

  • Flat 4.4% rate
  • Uses federal taxable income as base
  • Growing tech job market in Denver-Boulder

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the income tax rate in Colorado?
Colorado has a flat income tax rate of 4.4%. The state uses federal taxable income as the starting point, simplifying your state return.
How much will I take home from a $75,000 salary in Colorado?
Your take-home pay from a $75,000 salary in Colorado depends on your filing status and deductions. Use the calculator above to get your exact Colorado take-home pay. As a rough estimate, single filers in Colorado with a 4.4% top rate typically take home 70-80% of their gross salary.
Does Colorado tax Social Security benefits?
This varies by state. Check the Colorado tax overview section above for details on Social Security taxation. At the federal level, up to 85% of Social Security benefits may be taxable depending on your combined income.
How does Colorado's tax rate compare to other states?
Colorado's top rate of 4.4% is at or below the national median. Compare with no-tax states like Texas and Florida, or high-tax states like California (13.3%) using our state-specific calculators.
What payroll taxes does Colorado have besides income tax?
In addition to federal FICA (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), some states have additional payroll taxes such as State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and other state-specific levies. The calculator above automatically includes any Colorado-specific payroll taxes in your calculation.

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