Connecticut Paycheck Calculator
Free Connecticut paycheck calculator. Estimate your take-home pay with current Connecticut state tax rates and federal withholdings. Calculate federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Connecticut state withholdings instantly.
What you should know about Connecticut taxes
Connecticut has seven tax brackets ranging from 3% to 6.99%. The state also mandates paid leave contributions starting January 2024. Connecticut is one of the more expensive states for workers due to overlapping state programs.
Connecticut Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Range |
|---|---|
| 3% | $0 – $10,000 |
| 5% | $10,001 – $50,000 |
| 5.5% | $50,001 – $100,000 |
| 6% | $100,001 – $200,000 |
| 6.5% | $200,001 – $250,000 |
| 6.9% | $250,001 – $500,000 |
| 6.99% | $500,001+ |
Connecticut Tax Brackets for 2026
Connecticut has a progressive system with seven brackets. Most full-time workers earning $50K–$100K fall in the 5.5% bracket. Unlike many states, Connecticut also has a "tax recapture" provision: if your adjusted gross income exceeds certain thresholds, you may owe an additional 20% of the tax originally reduced by lower brackets. This effectively creates a higher marginal rate for high earners. The personal exemption phases out starting at $30,000 for single filers. Workers in Stamford, Hartford, or New Haven should budget for an effective state tax rate of roughly 5–6%.
CT Paid Leave and Paycheck Impact
Starting in 2024, Connecticut launched its Paid Leave program. Employees contribute 0.5% of wages (no cap), deducted from every paycheck. On a $75,000 salary, that is $375 per year or about $14.42 per biweekly check. There are no city or county income taxes in Connecticut. Combined with federal tax and FICA, a typical Connecticut worker in the $60K–$80K range takes home roughly 72–74% of gross pay. That is a bit less than the national average due to the relatively high state rates and the paid leave contribution.