Utah uses a flat state income tax. Everyone pays the same percentage on taxable wages, regardless of income.
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How a Utah paycheck is built
Every Utah 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.
Utah adds a flat state income tax of approximately 4.55 percent. Verify the current rate with the Utah State Tax Commission.
What changed recently in Utah
- Flat rate cut from 4.65% to 4.55% in 2024.
- Standard deduction adjusted.
- Earned Income Tax Credit added.
Utah payroll quirks workers should know
- Utah TC-W4 form for state withholding.
- No local payroll tax.
Example breakdown
A hypothetical Utah worker on a $65,000 annual salary, paid bi-weekly, single filer, no extra adjustments. Educational only, your real paycheck differs.
| Gross (bi-weekly) | $2500.00 |
| Federal income tax | -$250.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | -$155.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | -$36.25 |
| Utah state tax | -$113.75 |
| Estimated take-home | $1945.00 |
Run your own numbers in the Utah paycheck calculator.
Authoritative sources
Frequently asked questions
- Does Utah have state income tax?
- Yes. Utah uses a flat state income tax rate. Verify the current rate with the Utah State Tax Commission.
- Are there local income taxes in Utah?
- No. Utah does not have local income taxes on wages.
- Does Utah have State Disability Insurance or Paid Family Leave premiums?
- No. Utah does not have state-mandated SDI or PFL employee premiums.
- Does Utah have daily-overtime rules?
- No. Utah follows federal FLSA: 1.5x for hours above 40 in a workweek.
- What is FICA on a Utah 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 Utah state tax withholding?
- The Utah State Tax Commission (https://tax.utah.gov/) is the authoritative source. For your specific paycheck, contact your employer's payroll team or a CPA.
- Did Utah cut tax in 2024?
- Yes, flat rate cut from 4.65% to 4.55%. Small but meaningful for higher earners.