Ohio Paycheck Calculator
Ohio switched to a flat 2.75% income tax for 2026 (new for 2026), applied to income above $26,050. Many Ohio cities also charge a local income tax of up to about 2.5%, which this calculator does not include.
Ohio's 2026 tax change is good news for workers: the old graduated brackets (up to 3.99%) were replaced by a single flat 2.75% rate on income above $26,050. Enter your gross pay above — this calculator applies the 2.75% Ohio tax, 2026 federal tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%).
Your estimated take-home pay per paycheck
Monthly: $0.00 · Annual: $0.00
| Deduction | Per paycheck |
|---|---|
| Gross pay | $0.00 |
| Federal income tax | $0.00 |
| State tax | $0.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $0.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $0.00 |
| Pre-tax deductions (401k + health) | $0.00 |
| Total deductions | $0.00 |
| Take-home pay | $0.00 |
Ohio income tax brackets 2026 (single filer)
| Rate | Taxable income (single filer, 2026) |
|---|---|
| 0% | Up to $26,050 |
| 2.75% | Over $26,050 (flat rate, new for 2026) |
Married filing jointly brackets are roughly double the single thresholds. Rates apply to taxable income (after the state standard deduction or exemption). Local income taxes — New York City tax, Philadelphia wage tax, Ohio city taxes — are not included.
How much will I take home in Ohio?
It depends on your salary, pay frequency and filing status. Use the calculator above with your own numbers. As a rule of thumb, Ohio has ohio switched to a flat 2.75% income tax for 2026 (new for 2026), applied to income above $26,050. many ohio cities also charge a local income tax of up to about 2.5%, which this calculator does not include. — compare it with a no-tax state like Texas or Florida using the links below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ohio income tax rate in 2026?
Ohio charges a flat 2.75% on income above $26,050 for 2026. It replaced the old graduated system that topped out at 3.99%.
Do Ohio cities charge income tax too?
Yes — many Ohio cities charge a local income tax, commonly 1% to 2.5% (for example Columbus and Cleveland). Local tax is not included in this calculator, so your actual take-home may be lower.
Is the $26,050 threshold per person or per household?
This calculator applies the $26,050 threshold to the individual wage earner. The threshold is the same figure used in the Tax Foundation's 2026 Ohio summary; check the Ohio Department of Taxation if you file jointly.
How much tax do I save from Ohio's flat-tax change?
On $60,000 of wages, the old graduated system charged roughly $1,600–$1,900 in Ohio tax. The 2026 flat 2.75% on income above $26,050 charges about $933 — a saving of roughly $700–$900 a year.