Wisconsin Take-Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your actual take-home pay in Wisconsin after federal tax, Wisconsin state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with rates from 3.

Annual Breakdown

Gross Salary
$65,000
Federal Income Tax
-$5,760
State Income Tax
-$2,357
Social Security (FICA)
-$4,030
Medicare
-$943
Annual Take-Home Pay
$51,910

Monthly Summary

Monthly Gross
$5,417
Total Deductions
-$1,091
Monthly Take-Home
$4,326
Effective Tax Rate(all deductions)
20.1%

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Wisconsin Tax Overview

Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with rates from 3.5% to 7.65%.

Progressive rates up to 7.65%No tax on Social SecurityGrowing tech in Madison/MilwaukeeBelow-average cost of living

Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in Wisconsin

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

Wisconsin Income Tax

Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with rates from 3.5% to 7.65%.

Cost of Living in Wisconsin

Wisconsin's cost of living is about 5% below the national average. When evaluating your Wisconsin take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.

Financial Tips for Wisconsin Residents

  • Wisconsin's top rate of 7.65% is above average — maximize deductions to lower your effective rate
  • Wisconsin does not tax Social Security benefits
  • Madison and Milwaukee offer growing tech and healthcare job markets
  • Wisconsin's cost of living is below the national average despite moderate taxes

Key Wisconsin Tax Features

  • Progressive rates up to 7.65%
  • No tax on Social Security
  • Growing tech in Madison/Milwaukee
  • Below-average cost of living

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the income tax rate in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with rates from 3.5% to 7.65%.
How much will I take home from a $75,000 salary in Wisconsin?
Your take-home pay from a $75,000 salary in Wisconsin depends on your filing status and deductions. Use the calculator above to get your exact Wisconsin take-home pay. As a rough estimate, single filers in Wisconsin with a 7.65% top rate typically take home 70-80% of their gross salary.
Does Wisconsin tax Social Security benefits?
This varies by state. Check the Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin's tax rate compare to other states?
Wisconsin's top rate of 7.65% is above 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin-specific payroll taxes in your calculation.

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