Utah Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Utah, take-home pay is about $47,720 a year, or $1,835.38 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,835.38 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 |
| Utah income tax | −$102.69 | −$2,670.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,835.38 | $47,720.00 |
How Utah taxes your paycheck
Utah withholds state income tax at a flat 4.45%.
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Utah's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Utah by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $1,187.48 | $26,061.72 | $1,002.37 |
| $20 an hour | $1,785.48 | $33,820.12 | $1,300.77 |
| $25 an hour | $2,314.00 | $41,648.00 | $1,601.85 |
| $30 an hour | $2,776.80 | $49,541.60 | $1,905.45 |
| $40 an hour | $3,702.40 | $63,658.80 | $2,448.42 |
| $50,000 a year | $2,225.00 | $40,130.00 | $1,543.46 |
| $60,000 a year | $2,670.00 | $47,720.00 | $1,835.38 |
| $75,000 a year | $3,337.50 | $58,255.00 | $2,240.58 |
| $100,000 a year | $4,450.00 | $74,730.00 | $2,874.23 |
| $125,000 a year | $5,562.50 | $91,141.00 | $3,505.42 |
| $150,000 a year | $6,675.00 | $107,116.00 | $4,119.85 |
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.
Utah vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $0 | $50,390 |
| Wyoming | $0 | $50,390 |
| Arizona | $1,200 | $49,190 |
| Idaho | $2,327 | $48,063 |
| Colorado | $2,662 | $47,728 |
| Utah | $2,670 | $47,720 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Utah's income tax on wages?
Utah withholds state income tax at a flat 4.45%. 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 Utah?
About $47,720 a year, or $1,835.38 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Utah employees pay?
Utah 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.