Iowa Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Iowa, take-home pay is about $48,644 a year, or $1,870.92 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,870.92 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Iowa income tax | −$67.15 | −$1,746.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,870.92 | $48,644.00 |
How Iowa taxes your paycheck
Iowa withholds state income tax at a flat 3.8%.
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Iowa's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Iowa by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $651.60 | $26,597.60 | $1,022.98 |
| $20 an hour | $1,046.80 | $34,558.80 | $1,329.18 |
| $25 an hour | $1,442.00 | $42,520.00 | $1,635.38 |
| $30 an hour | $1,837.20 | $50,481.20 | $1,941.58 |
| $40 an hour | $2,627.60 | $64,733.60 | $2,489.75 |
| $50,000 a year | $1,366.00 | $40,989.00 | $1,576.50 |
| $60,000 a year | $1,746.00 | $48,644.00 | $1,870.92 |
| $75,000 a year | $2,316.00 | $59,276.50 | $2,279.87 |
| $100,000 a year | $3,266.00 | $75,914.00 | $2,919.77 |
| $125,000 a year | $4,216.00 | $92,487.50 | $3,557.21 |
| $150,000 a year | $5,166.00 | $108,625.00 | $4,177.88 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
Iowa vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $0 | $50,390 |
| Iowa | $1,746 | $48,644 |
| Missouri | $1,883 | $48,507 |
| Nebraska | $2,124 | $48,266 |
| Wisconsin | $2,765 | $47,625 |
| Illinois | $2,825 | $47,565 |
| Minnesota | $3,181 | $47,209 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Iowa's income tax on wages?
Iowa withholds state income tax at a flat 3.8%. The exact amount depends on your pay, filing status and the withholding certificate you give your employer.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Iowa?
About $48,644 a year, or $1,870.92 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Iowa employees pay?
Iowa has no employee payroll deductions such as disability or paid leave insurance, so the only payroll taxes are federal: Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.