Ohio paycheck & tax overview

Ohio taxes wage income at a single flat rate of 2.75% regardless of how much you earn — no brackets to climb. That flat rate is one of the lowest top marginal state income tax rates among the 42 states that tax wage income. Combined with federal tax and FICA, this page shows exactly what that means for your specific paycheck.

2026 update: Ohio moved to a single flat rate of 2.75% on nonbusiness income above $26,050 as of January 1, 2026, completing its transition away from graduated brackets — though eligibility for some credits and exemptions was tightened for higher earners.

Ohio state tax brackets (2026, single filers)

2026 minimum wage: $11.00/hour. Lower rate applies to smaller employers below a gross-receipts threshold.

Transitioned to a single flat rate on nonbusiness income above $26,050 as of Jan 1, 2026; exemption phases down/out above $80k-$500k MAGI.

Ohio take-home pay by salary (2026, single filer)

Assumes biweekly pay, no pre-tax or post-tax deductions. Use the calculator above for your exact numbers.

Ohio hourly wage take-home pay (2026, single filer)

Assumes a standard 40-hour week, 52 weeks/year, paid weekly.

Single vs. married filing jointly in Ohio

Compared at a $75,000 annual salary.

Ohio paycheck FAQ

Does Ohio have state income tax?

Yes. Ohio levies a flat-rate state income tax of 2.75% on wage income for 2026, in addition to federal income tax and FICA.

How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Ohio?

A single filer earning $60,000/year in Ohio, paid biweekly, takes home approximately $49,522 per year (about $1,905 per paycheck) — an effective tax rate of about 17.46% once federal tax, FICA, and Ohio state tax are withheld.

What is the minimum wage in Ohio in 2026?

The 2026 minimum wage in Ohio is $11.00 per hour, though a lower rate of $7.25/hour can apply to certain employers or regions. Working full-time (40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year) at that rate comes to about $22,880/year before taxes. Lower rate applies to smaller employers below a gross-receipts threshold.

$20 an hour is how much a year after taxes in Ohio?

At $20/hour full-time (40 hours/week), gross pay is $41,600/year. After federal tax, FICA, and Ohio state tax, a single filer takes home approximately $35,244/year — about $678 per week.

Do you pay less tax if you're married in Ohio?

On a $75,000 salary, a single filer in Ohio takes home about $60,312/year (19.58% effective tax rate), while a married couple filing jointly at the same combined income takes home about $63,408/year (15.46%). Married filing jointly usually results in a lower or equal effective tax rate, since joint brackets are wider than single brackets.

How much tax is taken out of an hourly paycheck in Ohio?

The percentage is the same whether you're paid hourly or salaried — what matters is your total gross pay per period, filing status, and pay frequency. Enter your hourly rate × hours worked as your "gross pay per period" above (for example, $25/hour × 80 hours for a biweekly hourly paycheck) to get an exact Ohio breakdown.

What FICA taxes come out of every paycheck in Ohio?

Every paycheck nationwide — including in this state — has 6.2% withheld for Social Security up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500, plus 1.45% for Medicare with no cap. Employees earning over $200,000 from one employer also owe an Additional Medicare Tax of 0.9% on the excess.

What changed with Ohio income tax for 2026?

Ohio moved to a single flat rate of 2.75% on nonbusiness income above $26,050 as of January 1, 2026, completing its transition away from graduated brackets — though eligibility for some credits and exemptions was tightened for higher earners.

Does Ohio tax bonuses and overtime the same as regular pay?

For withholding purposes, most employers treat bonuses and overtime as regular wages added to that pay period's gross pay — which is exactly how this calculator treats any amount you enter. Your actual year-end tax liability on that income is the same either way; only the withholding timing can differ slightly if your employer uses the IRS "supplemental wage" flat-rate method for bonuses.