Washington Payroll Tax Calculator
Calculate payroll taxes in Washington. See FICA, federal withholding, and no state income tax. Employer cost breakdown included.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Payroll tax calculator for Washington. Employee taxes: Social Security 6.2% (up to $168,600 wage base), Medicare 1.45% (+ 0.9% Additional Medicare Tax above $200,000), federal income tax withholding, and no state income tax. Employer taxes: matching FICA (6.2% SS + 1.45% Medicare), FUTA (0.6% on first $7,000), and state unemployment insurance.
Key State Information
Washington payroll facts: No state income tax — employees keep more. Median household income: $82,228. State minimum wage: $16.28/hr (above federal $7.25).
Frequently Asked Questions
What payroll taxes do employers pay in Washington?
Washington employers pay: Social Security (6.2% up to $168,600), Medicare (1.45%), FUTA (0.6% on first $7,000), and state unemployment insurance (SUTA). Since Washington has no state income tax, there's no state withholding for employees.
How much does an employee cost beyond salary in Washington?
Employer payroll taxes typically add 7.65-10% to salary costs (FICA match + FUTA/SUTA). On a $82,228 salary, expect $6,989-$8,223 in additional employer taxes annually.
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