Minnesota Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Estimate your Minnesota take-home pay after federal tax, Social Security and Medicare.
Minnesota uses graduated rates (5.35% to 9.85%) after a 2026 standard deduction of $15,300 for single filers and $30,600 for married filing jointly. The standard deduction shrinks at very high incomes and is not adjusted here. Minnesota paid family and medical leave premiums, which began in 2026, are not included. Dependents and credits are not modeled.
Take-home pay by salary in Minnesota
Single filer, no pre-tax deductions, 2026 tax rules.
| Salary | Per year | Per month | Biweekly | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $25,499 | $2,125 | $981 | 15.0% |
| $40,000 | $32,999 | $2,750 | $1,269 | 17.5% |
| $50,000 | $40,478 | $3,373 | $1,557 | 19.0% |
| $60,000 | $47,833 | $3,986 | $1,840 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 | $58,016 | $4,835 | $2,231 | 22.6% |
| $90,000 | $67,548 | $5,629 | $2,598 | 24.9% |
| $100,000 | $73,903 | $6,159 | $2,842 | 26.1% |
| $125,000 | $89,724 | $7,477 | $3,451 | 28.2% |
| $150,000 | $104,849 | $8,737 | $4,033 | 30.1% |
Minnesota state income tax at a glance
For a single filer earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions, Minnesota state income tax is about $2,557 a year, or 4.3% of pay. 42 of the other 49 states charge less state income tax at this income and 7 charge more. The average among states that tax wages is about $2,031, so Minnesota is about $526 above that average.
| Salary | State income tax | Share of pay | Take-home after all taxes |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,321 | 3.3% | $32,999 |
| $60,000 | $2,557 | 4.3% | $47,833 |
| $100,000 | $5,277 | 5.3% | $73,903 |
| $150,000 | $8,942 | 6.0% | $104,849 |
Single filer, no pre-tax deductions, 2026 rules, state income tax only. See all 50 states compared.
Hourly wage to take-home pay in Minnesota
Working 40 hours a week for 52 weeks (2,080 hours), a single filer earning $25 an hour makes $52,000 a year and takes home about $41,949 in Minnesota after federal tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax. That is about $1,613 every two weeks.
| Hourly wage | Gross per year | Take-home per year | Per month | Biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15/hr | $31,200 | $26,399 | $2,200 | $1,015 |
| $20/hr | $41,600 | $34,199 | $2,850 | $1,315 |
| $25/hr | $52,000 | $41,949 | $3,496 | $1,613 |
| $30/hr | $62,400 | $49,599 | $4,133 | $1,908 |
| $40/hr | $83,200 | $63,227 | $5,269 | $2,432 |
| $50/hr | $104,000 | $76,445 | $6,370 | $2,940 |
Single filer, no pre-tax deductions, 2026 rules. Convert other wages with the hourly to salary calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Does Minnesota have a state income tax?
Yes. Minnesota taxes wages at graduated rates from 5.35% to 9.85%, which is included in this estimate.
How is federal income tax calculated here?
We subtract your pre-tax deductions and the 2026 standard deduction, then apply the 2026 federal brackets for your filing status. Social Security is 6.2% up to the annual wage base and Medicare is 1.45% (plus 0.9% on high earnings).
Why might my real paycheck differ?
Employers withhold based on your W-4, and health insurance, other deductions, bonuses, and local taxes change the result. Your final tax bill is settled when you file your return.
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