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Washington: why is my paycheck lower than expected?

Top reasons a Washington worker's paycheck shrinks — and how to figure out which one is yours.

Top reasons a Washington paycheck looks smaller

  1. New W-4 (federal or state).
  2. Year-to-date wages crossed a bracket.
  3. Bonus withheld at supplemental rate.
  4. Benefits enrollment change.
  5. 401(k) percent change.
  6. New garnishment or child-support order.
  7. Work or home location change triggering a local tax.
Washington official sources
WA Department of Revenue
WA Department of Labor and Industries

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