Minnesota Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Minnesota, take-home pay is about $47,209 a year, or $1,815.73 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,815.73 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 |
| Minnesota income tax | −$112.19 | −$2,917.01 |
| Paid Leave | −$10.15 | −$264.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,815.73 | $47,209.00 |
How Minnesota taxes your paycheck
Minnesota withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 5.35% to 9.85%.
Employees also pay:
- Paid Leave: 0.44% of wages up to $184,500
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Minnesota's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Minnesota by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $1,271.48 | $25,977.72 | $999.14 |
| $20 an hour | $1,873.64 | $33,731.96 | $1,297.38 |
| $25 an hour | $2,601.81 | $41,360.20 | $1,590.78 |
| $30 an hour | $3,354.77 | $48,963.64 | $1,883.22 |
| $40 an hour | $4,860.68 | $62,500.52 | $2,403.87 |
| $50,000 a year | $2,457.01 | $39,897.99 | $1,534.54 |
| $60,000 a year | $3,181.01 | $47,209.00 | $1,815.73 |
| $75,000 a year | $4,267.01 | $57,325.50 | $2,204.83 |
| $100,000 a year | $6,077.01 | $73,103.00 | $2,811.65 |
| $125,000 a year | $7,945.49 | $88,758.01 | $3,413.77 |
| $150,000 a year | $10,017.99 | $103,773.01 | $3,991.27 |
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.
Minnesota vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $0 | $50,390 |
| North Dakota | $46 | $50,344 |
| Iowa | $1,746 | $48,644 |
| Wisconsin | $2,765 | $47,625 |
| Minnesota | $3,181 | $47,209 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Minnesota's income tax on wages?
Minnesota withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 5.35% to 9.85%. 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 Minnesota?
About $47,209 a year, or $1,815.73 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Minnesota employees pay?
Besides income tax, Minnesota employees pay Paid Leave (0.44% of wages up to $184,500). Everyone also pays 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.