Colorado Paycheck Calculator
Free Colorado (CO) paycheck calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$2,553.85
- Federal Income Tax−$222.62
- Colorado State Tax−$85.12
- Social Security (6.2%)−$79.17
- Medicare (1.45%)−$18.52
- Net Pay$2,148.42
Colorado Paycheck & Tax Overview
Colorado applies a flat 4.4% state income tax on taxable wages after the standard deduction. The Colorado minimum wage is $14.81/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, and elsewhere in Colorado use this Colorado paycheck calculator with 2026 tax tables — Colorado applies a 4.
Colorado State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Flat rate on taxable wages | 4.40% |
Example: Colorado paycheck for $66,400/year salary
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,554 gross per check, about $2,148 take-home after federal ($223), state ($85), and FICA ($98). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.
Official tax sources
We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:
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Colorado Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Colorado have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. Colorado applies a 4.4% flat state income tax on taxable wages after deductions.
How much tax is taken out of a $66,400/year salary paycheck in Colorado?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,554 with net take-home around $2,148 (federal ~$223, state ~$85, FICA ~$98). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
How is Colorado paycheck tax different from other states?
Colorado applies a flat 4.4% state income tax on taxable wages after the standard deduction. Our 2026 calculator applies flat 4.4% state income tax for Colorado workers.
What is the Colorado minimum wage for 2026?
Colorado's reference minimum wage on this page is $14.81/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
Is this Colorado calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Colorado brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.