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How California Taxes Work
Understanding your paycheck deductions in California
California State Tax
California uses a progressive tax system with rates ranging from 1.00% to 12.30% based on your income level.
Federal Taxes
Federal income tax uses progressive brackets ranging from 10% to 37% based on your income level and filing status.
FICA Taxes
Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) are automatically deducted from every paycheck for all employees.
California Tax Brackets (2025/2026)
Tax brackets vary by filing status.
Single
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $11,079 | 1.00% |
| $11,079 - $26,264 | 2.00% |
| $26,264 - $41,452 | 4.00% |
| $41,452 - $57,542 | 6.00% |
| $57,542 - $72,724 | 8.00% |
| $72,724 - $371,479 | 9.30% |
| $371,479 - $445,771 | 10.30% |
| $445,771 - $742,953 | 11.30% |
| Over $742,953 | 12.30% |
Married Filing Jointly
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $22,158 | 1.00% |
| $22,158 - $52,528 | 2.00% |
| $52,528 - $82,904 | 4.00% |
| $82,904 - $115,084 | 6.00% |
| $115,084 - $145,448 | 8.00% |
| $145,448 - $742,958 | 9.30% |
| $742,958 - $891,542 | 10.30% |
| $891,542 - $1,485,906 | 11.30% |
| Over $1,485,906 | 12.30% |
Head of Household
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $22,173 | 1.00% |
| $22,173 - $52,530 | 2.00% |
| $52,530 - $67,716 | 4.00% |
| $67,716 - $83,805 | 6.00% |
| $83,805 - $98,990 | 8.00% |
| $98,990 - $505,208 | 9.30% |
| $505,208 - $606,251 | 10.30% |
| $606,251 - $1,010,417 | 11.30% |
| Over $1,010,417 | 12.30% |
California Tax Facts
- State abbreviation: CA
- Tax type: Progressive
- Local taxes: None
Federal Tax Resources
- 2025 federal brackets: 10% to 37%
- Standard deduction (Single): $15,750
- Standard deduction (Married): $31,500
- Social Security wage base: $176,100
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about California paycheck calculations and taxes
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