💰 Free Payroll Calculator — 2026 Tax Year
Calculate your take-home pay with federal & state taxes
Connecticut Payroll Tax Overview for 2026
Connecticut levies a state income tax with rates ranging from 3-6.99%. When calculating payroll in Connecticut, employers must withhold both federal and state income taxes, along with FICA contributions (Social Security at 6.2% and Medicare at 1.45%).
Connecticut Income Tax Brackets (2026)
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0.00 — $10,000.00 | 3% |
| $10,000.00 — $50,000.00 | 5% |
| $50,000.00 — $100,000.00 | 5.5% |
| $100,000.00 — $200,000.00 | 6% |
| $200,000.00 — $250,000.00 | 6.5% |
| $250,000.00 — $500,000.00 | 6.9% |
| $500,000.00 — and above | 6.99% |
Additional Connecticut Payroll Information
- Minimum Wage (2026): $16.35 per hour
- State Unemployment Insurance (SUI): 1.9-6.8% (employer-paid)
- Capital: Hartford
- Population: 3.6M
Note: Has additional PCT (Personal Credit Tax) recapture for high earners.
Connecticut Take-Home Pay Examples
See how much you'd take home at different salary levels in Connecticut (single filer, 2026 tax year):
| Annual Salary | Federal Tax | State Tax | FICA | Take-Home | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000.00 | $3,877.50 | $2,300.00 | $3,825.00 | $39,997.50 | 20.01% |
| $75,000.00 | $7,960.00 | $3,675.00 | $5,737.50 | $57,627.50 | 23.16% |
| $100,000.00 | $13,460.00 | $5,050.00 | $7,650.00 | $73,840.00 | 26.16% |
Employer Payroll Tax Cost in Connecticut
Employers in Connecticut must pay additional payroll taxes on top of each employee's salary. Here's the employer cost breakdown for a $75,000 salary:
Employer SS (6.2%)
$4,650.00
Employer Medicare (1.45%)
$1,087.50
FUTA (0.6%)
$42.00
Total Employer Cost
$80,779.50
+7.71% above salary
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Disclaimer: This Connecticut payroll calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual tax withholdings may vary based on local taxes, additional deductions, and individual circumstances. Connecticut tax rates are based on 2026 figures from the IRS and Connecticut Department of Revenue. Consult a qualified tax professional for accurate payroll advice.