Kentucky Take-Home Pay Calculator
Calculate your take-home pay in Kentucky. Kentucky has a flat 4% state income tax. See federal, state, FICA deductions.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
This calculator computes take-home pay for Kentucky residents. It applies 2026 federal income tax brackets and the standard deduction ($15,000 for single filers), Kentucky state income tax (a flat 4% state income tax), Social Security (6.2% up to $176,100), and Medicare (1.45% + 0.9% above $200,000). Pre-tax deductions like 401(k) reduce your federal taxable income.
Key State Information
Kentucky has a flat 4% state income tax. The flat rate means your state tax is straightforward: 4% of your taxable income.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the income tax rate in Kentucky?
Kentucky has a flat 4% state income tax. The flat rate of 4% applies to all taxable income.
How much take-home pay on $100,000 in Kentucky?
On a $100,000 salary in Kentucky, after federal taxes (~$12,000), state taxes (~$4,000), and FICA (~$7,650), you'd take home approximately $76,350/year.
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