US Payroll Tax Calculator
Calculate federal payroll taxes including Social Security, Medicare and income tax withholding. Shows gross to net pay breakdown for employees.
Employee Salary
Employer Tax Cost
Employer FICA (7.65%):
Salary is 109.30% of total hiring cost
Quick Fact
Hiring a $60k employee actually costs the employer about $64,590 when payroll taxes are included.
Hidden Cost
Employers also pay for health insurance, workers comp, and retirement benefits. Total loaded cost is typically 30-40% above base salary.
Disclaimer:
This calculator uses simplified rates. Actual employer taxes vary by state, industry, and employee classification. SUTA rates depend on company unemployment history. Consult a payroll professional for accuracy.
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