A Oregon paycheck has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500), and Medicare (1.45%), plus progressive Oregon state income tax, and local income tax in some cities. On a $65,000 single-filer salary, estimated Oregon take-home is about $50,443 a year, or $1,940 per biweekly paycheck.
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Oregon: the local picture
Oregon runs a graduated state income tax with a top rate of 9.9%. The notable additions are local: Statewide Transit Tax (0.1% on all Oregon wages), Multnomah County Preschool for All tax (1.5% on income over $125k single, $200k joint), Metro Supportive Housing Services tax (1% on income over the same thresholds). Paid Leave Oregon premium adds another deduction.
Every Oregon 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.
Oregon adds progressive state income tax. The bracket you fall into depends on filing status and taxable income. Verify current brackets with the Oregon Department of Revenue.
Local taxes: Oregon has cities or counties that levy local income tax on top of state tax. Common examples are noted on the local-tax page.
Paid Family Leave: Oregon has a Paid Family Leave program with employee-paid premiums.
What changed recently in Oregon
Statewide Transit Tax 0.1% (rate stable).
Multnomah County Preschool tax progressive at high incomes.
Statewide Transit Tax line on every Oregon paycheck.
Multnomah County and Metro taxes only on Portland metro residents over income threshold.
Paid Leave Oregon premium on every paycheck statewide.
Example breakdown
A hypothetical Oregon worker on a $65,000 annual salary, paid bi-weekly, single filer, no extra adjustments. Educational only, your real paycheck differs.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Oregon have state income tax?
Yes. Oregon uses progressive brackets. Verify with the Oregon Department of Revenue.
Are there local income taxes in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon has cities or counties that add local income tax on top of state tax. Check your specific city.
Does Oregon have State Disability Insurance or Paid Family Leave premiums?
Oregon has a Paid Family Leave program with employee-paid premiums.
Does Oregon have daily-overtime rules?
No. Oregon follows federal FLSA: 1.5x for hours above 40 in a workweek.
What is FICA on a Oregon 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 Oregon state tax withholding?
The Oregon Department of Revenue (https://www.oregon.gov/dor/) is the authoritative source. For your specific paycheck, contact your employer's payroll team or a CPA.
What is the Statewide Transit Tax on my Oregon paycheck?
Oregon Statewide Transit Tax. 0.1% of all wages, funds public transit operations. Applies to every Oregon paycheck.
Why are there extra Portland tax lines on my paycheck?
Multnomah County Preschool for All (1.5% on high income) and Metro Supportive Housing Services (1% on high income). Both kick in above income thresholds and apply to residents and non-resident workers.