How are bonuses taxed?

Bonuses are typically taxed at a flat federal supplemental withholding rate of 22% (for amounts under $1M) plus state taxes. Your effective rate may differ based on total annual income.

Bonus Tax Calculator

Estimate how much of a bonus you'll keep after federal, state, and FICA withholding.

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About This Calculator

Bonus payments are subject to federal income tax, state tax, and FICA withholding just like regular pay. This calculator estimates your net bonus after all withholding, so you know what to actually expect when it hits your account.

Estimates only — not financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Verify important results with a qualified professional before making decisions.

total taxes withheld = bonus × (federal rate + state rate + FICA rate); net bonus = bonus − total taxes withheld; effective bonus tax rate = federal rate + state rate + FICA rate