Take-home pay in Minnesota by salary
Yearly take-home pay for a single filer paid every two weeks, with no 401(k), HSA or insurance deductions, under the 2026 federal rules and Minnesota's 2026 state rules. Social Security is 6.2% up to $184,500 of wages and Medicare 1.45%.
| Salary | Federal tax | Social Security + Medicare | Minnesota tax | State payroll | Take-home | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,321 | $176 | $32,823 | $1,262.41 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,557 | $264 | $47,569 | $1,829.59 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $3,917 | $352 | $60,841 | $2,340.05 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $5,277 | $440 | $73,463 | $2,825.52 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $8,942 | $660 | $104,189 | $4,007.27 |
Taxes on $100,000 come to 26.5% of gross pay in Minnesota; on $40,000 they are 17.9%. Local income taxes are not included; enter a rate in the calculator if your city or county charges one.
Minnesota income tax in 2026
Minnesota has 4 brackets from 5.35% to 9.85%, and the top rate starts at $203,150 of taxable income for a single filer. Minnesota's brackets run from 5.35% to 9.85%, with the standard deduction cut above $244,400 of income and a 1% surtax on net investment income over $1 million.
Paid leave premiums started in January 2026; the calculator uses a 0.44% employee share, and employers may pay part of it.
Minnesota tax brackets, 2026
| Rate | Single | Married, joint | Head of household |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.35% | $0 to $33,310 | $0 to $48,700 | $0 to $41,010 |
| 6.8% | $33,310 to $109,430 | $48,700 to $193,480 | $41,010 to $164,800 |
| 7.85% | $109,430 to $203,150 | $193,480 to $337,930 | $164,800 to $270,060 |
| 9.85% | Over $203,150 | Over $337,930 | Over $270,060 |
Taxable income after the deductions and exemptions below.
Deductions, exemptions and credits
| Standard deduction | $15,300 single, $30,600 joint, $23,000 head of household; cut above $244,400 of income, by at most 80% |
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State payroll deductions in Minnesota
On top of income tax, these come out of every paycheck in Minnesota. They use the same wages as Social Security: 401(k) contributions count, insurance premiums through payroll do not.
| Deduction | Rate | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Paid leave | 0.44% | Wages up to $184,500 a year |
Nearby and similar states
Neighboring states: Wisconsin (3.5% to 7.65%), Iowa (3.8% flat), South Dakota (no state income tax), North Dakota (1.95% to 2.5%).
Other states with tax brackets: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas. The paycheck calculator page compares all 50 states and DC on one salary.
Working for yourself in Minnesota? The hourly rate calculator starts from the income you need and adds the taxes an employer would otherwise share. For a mortgage, the home affordability calculator works from gross pay, as lenders do.
Sources
Figures checked in October 2026. The state rows use the same data as the calculator: the Tax Foundation survey as of January 1, 2026, updated with laws signed later in 2026, and each state's own worksheets for phase-outs. Estimates only, not tax advice.
- Tax Foundation: State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of February 2026)
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32: 2026 federal tax brackets and standard deduction
- Minnesota revenue department: official forms and withholding
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 after taxes in Minnesota?
About $47,569 a year for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions, or $1,829.59 per biweekly paycheck. That is after $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare, $2,557 of Minnesota income tax and $264 of state payroll deductions. Married filers and anyone with a 401(k) or health premiums keep more; the calculator above handles both.
What are the Minnesota tax brackets for 2026?
4 brackets from 5.35% to 9.85%. The top rate starts at $203,150 of taxable income for single filers and $337,930 for married couples filing jointly. Standard deduction: $15,300 single, $30,600 joint, $23,000 head of household; cut above $244,400 of income, by at most 80%.
Does Minnesota have local income tax?
No. The Tax Foundation's 2026 survey lists local income taxes only in Alabama, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oregon and Pennsylvania. Minnesota is not among them, so the local field stays at 0.
What is the take-home pay on $100,000 in Minnesota?
About $73,463 a year, $2,825.52 per biweekly paycheck, for a single filer. Taxes come to 26.5% of gross pay: $13,170 federal income tax, $7,650 Social Security and Medicare, $5,277 of Minnesota income tax and $440 of state payroll deductions.
What is the paid leave deduction in Minnesota?
0.44% of wages up to $184,500 a year. On a $60,000 salary that is $264 a year. Employers withhold it with the other taxes, and some pay part of the employee share.