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Connecticut Paycheck Guide

Connecticut uses progressive tax brackets. Higher portions of pay are taxed at higher rates.

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Reviewed by PayslipIQ Editorial Team, in-house payroll editor
Last reviewed May 2026 · Editorial standards

In short

A Connecticut paycheck has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500), and Medicare (1.45%), plus progressive Connecticut state income tax. On a $65,000 single-filer salary, estimated Connecticut take-home is about $50,508 a year, or $1,943 per biweekly paycheck.

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Connecticut: the local picture

Connecticut runs a graduated income tax with brackets up to 6.99%. Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFML) is funded by employee contributions of 0.5% of gross wages up to the SSA wage base. No local income tax in Connecticut.

Connecticut Paycheck Calculator

Estimate take-home pay for Connecticut.

Connecticut State Tax

Connecticut tax structure and rates.

Connecticut Overtime

Federal FLSA applies.

Connecticut Pay Stub Laws

Employer pay stub requirements in Connecticut.

Connecticut take-home pay by salary (2026)

See estimated Connecticut take-home for common salaries. Each page has a full federal, FICA, and Connecticut breakdown with per-paycheck figures.

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How a Connecticut paycheck is built

Every Connecticut worker pays federal income tax, calculated on the W-4 you submitted to your employer using the IRS Publication 15-T tables. Federal income tax is followed by FICA: 6.2 percent Social Security up to the annual wage base, plus 1.45 percent Medicare on every dollar. The 0.9 percent Additional Medicare Tax applies once year-to-date wages cross $200,000 single or $250,000 married filing jointly.

Connecticut adds progressive state income tax. The bracket you fall into depends on filing status and taxable income. Verify current brackets with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.

Paid Family Leave: Connecticut has a Paid Family Leave program with employee-paid premiums.

What changed recently in Connecticut

  • CT PFML benefits started January 2022, premium 0.5% of wages.
  • Income tax rate cuts in 2024 lowered the bottom two brackets.
  • Property tax credit on state return increased.

Connecticut payroll quirks workers should know

  • CT PFML deduction shows on every Connecticut paycheck.
  • No city or county income tax.
  • Connecticut uses CT-W4 form, not the federal W-4 percentage method.

Example breakdown

A hypothetical Connecticut worker on a $65,000 annual salary, paid bi-weekly, single filer, no extra adjustments. Educational only, your real paycheck differs.

Gross (bi-weekly)$2,500.00
Federal income tax-$216.15
Social Security (6.2%)-$155.00
Medicare (1.45%)-$36.25
Connecticut state tax-$137.50
Estimated take-home$1,942.60

Run your own numbers in the Connecticut paycheck calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Connecticut have state income tax?
Yes. Connecticut uses progressive brackets. Verify with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.
Are there local income taxes in Connecticut?
No. Connecticut does not have local income taxes on wages.
Does Connecticut have State Disability Insurance or Paid Family Leave premiums?
Connecticut has a Paid Family Leave program with employee-paid premiums.
Does Connecticut have daily-overtime rules?
No. Connecticut follows federal FLSA: 1.5x for hours above 40 in a workweek.
What is FICA on a Connecticut paycheck?
FICA is federal: 6.2 percent Social Security up to the annual wage base, plus 1.45 percent Medicare on every dollar. The 0.9 percent Additional Medicare Tax applies above $200,000 single or $250,000 married filing jointly. FICA applies in every state.
Where do I verify Connecticut state tax withholding?
The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (https://portal.ct.gov/drs) is the authoritative source. For your specific paycheck, contact your employer's payroll team or a CPA.
What is the CT PFML line on my paycheck?
Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave premium. 0.5% of gross wages up to the Social Security wage base.
Why is my Connecticut withholding higher than the bracket suggests?
CT-W4 withholding uses a graduated structure that often over-withholds for filers who claim modest exemptions. Adjust your CT-W4 if you regularly get a large refund.