Minnesota Paycheck Calculator 2026
Work out your take-home pay in Minnesota after federal, state and payroll taxes. Updated for 2026 tax rates.
Take-home pay · every two weeks
$2,218.69
$57,686 a year · $4,807 a month
Total tax
$17,314
Effective rate
23.1%
Marginal (fed + state)
28.80%
- Take-home 76.9%
- Federal 10.2%
- FICA 7.6%
- State 4.8%
- State payroll 0.4%
| Paycheck | Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,884.62 | $75,000 |
| Federal income tax | −$295.00 | −$7,670 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | −$178.85 | −$4,650 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | −$41.83 | −$1,088 |
| Minnesota income tax | −$137.56 | −$3,577 |
| Minnesota Paid Leave | −$12.69 | −$330 |
| Take-home pay | $2,218.69 | $57,686 |
Quick answer: On a $75,000 salary in Minnesota, a single filer takes home $2,218.69 every two weeks, or $57,686 a year. Taxes take 23.1% of gross pay. Minnesota income tax is $3,577 of that.
Minnesota take-home pay by salary (2026)
| Salary | Federal tax | MN tax | FICA + state payroll | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $786 | $2,427 | $25,367 | $975.64 |
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $1,321 | $3,236 | $32,823 | $1,262.41 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $1,877 | $4,045 | $40,258 | $1,548.40 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $2,557 | $4,854 | $47,569 | $1,829.59 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $3,577 | $6,068 | $57,686 | $2,218.69 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $5,277 | $8,090 | $73,463 | $2,825.52 |
| $125,000 | $18,734 | $6,979 | $10,113 | $89,174 | $3,429.77 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $8,942 | $12,135 | $104,189 | $4,007.27 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $12,867 | $15,151 | $135,248 | $5,201.86 |
| $250,000 | $51,304 | $17,423 | $16,326 | $164,947 | $6,344.13 |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions.
How Minnesota taxes your paycheck
Minnesota has 4 income tax brackets, from 5.35% to 9.85%, with the top rate starting at $203,150 of taxable income for single filers.
Before applying the rates, Minnesota lets single filers claim a $15,300 standard deduction. Married couples filing jointly get a $30,600 standard deduction. See the full Minnesota tax brackets for 2026.
Minnesota also requires employee payroll contributions: Minnesota Paid Leave (0.44% up to $184,500). These come out of every paycheck alongside Social Security and Medicare.
Federal taxes on every paycheck
Every employee pays three federal taxes. Federal income tax runs from 10% to 37% on income after the $16,100 standard deduction ($32,200 for married couples). Social Security is 6.2% of wages up to $184,500. Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, plus 0.9% on wages above $200,000. Your employer pays a matching 7.65%.
Running a business and paying yourself instead? Owners of sole proprietorships and LLCs pay both halves as self-employment tax. Use the Minnesota self-employment tax calculator.
Minnesota vs. nearby states: take-home on $75,000
| State | State income tax | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | None | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| North Dakota | $203 | $61,389 | $2,361.12 |
| Iowa | $2,198 | $59,394 | $2,284.40 |
| Mississippi | $2,268 | $59,325 | $2,281.71 |
| Wisconsin | $2,951 | $58,642 | $2,255.46 |
| Minnesota | $3,577 | $57,686 | $2,218.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Minnesota?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Minnesota takes home about $57,686 a year in 2026, or $2,218.69 every two weeks and $4,807 a month. That's after $7,670 of federal income tax, $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare, $3,577 of Minnesota income tax and $330 of state payroll contributions.
Does Minnesota have a state income tax?
Yes. Minnesota has 4 income tax brackets, from 5.35% to 9.85%, with the top rate starting at $203,150 of taxable income for single filers. You can claim a $15,300 standard deduction.
What taxes come out of a paycheck in Minnesota?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500 of wages) and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% above $200,000), Minnesota state income tax, and Minnesota Paid Leave (0.44% up to $184,500).
What is the Minnesota paycheck tax rate?
On a $75,000 salary, about 23.1% of your pay goes to taxes in Minnesota. Your rate on the next dollar you earn is 36.45%, counting federal and state income tax plus 7.65% for Social Security and Medicare.
How do I lower the tax taken out of my paycheck?
Put more into a 401(k) or 403(b) (up to $24,500 in 2026), an HSA or other pre-tax benefits. These come out before federal and state income tax. Updating your W-4 changes how much is withheld each paycheck, but not the tax you owe for the year.
Minnesota Self-Employment Tax Calculator →
Tax on LLC, sole proprietor and 1099 income, with quarterly estimated payments.
Minnesota Tax Brackets →
2026 income tax brackets, standard deductions and exemptions for single and married filers.
Minnesota business tax guide →
Corporate tax, sales tax, LLC fees and more.
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Sources
Estimates use 2026 federal and state rates and standard deductions, and assume no other income, itemized deductions or credits beyond those listed. Your employer's withholding may differ from your final tax bill. For informational purposes only; this is not tax advice.