Georgia Hourly Paycheck Calculator
Free Georgia (GA) hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$1,420.00
- Federal Income Tax−$86.55
- Georgia State Tax−$49.74
- Social Security (6.2%)−$44.02
- Medicare (1.45%)−$10.30
- Net Pay$1,229.39
Georgia Paycheck & Tax Overview
Georgia taxes income at a flat 5.19% after a sizable standard deduction tied to federal amounts. The Georgia minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, and elsewhere in Georgia use this Georgia hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 tax tables — Georgia applies a 5.
Georgia State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Flat rate on taxable wages | 5.19% |
Example: Georgia paycheck for $17.75/hour at 40 hours/week
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $1,420 gross per check, about $1,229 take-home after federal ($87), state ($50), and FICA ($54). 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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Georgia Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Georgia have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. Georgia applies a 5.19% flat state income tax on taxable wages after deductions.
How much tax is taken out of a $17.75/hour at 40 hours/week paycheck in Georgia?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $1,420 with net take-home around $1,229 (federal ~$87, state ~$50, FICA ~$54). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
How is Georgia paycheck tax different from other states?
Georgia taxes income at a flat 5.19% after a sizable standard deduction tied to federal amounts. Our 2026 calculator applies flat 5.19% state income tax for Georgia workers.
What is the Georgia minimum wage for 2026?
Georgia's reference minimum wage on this page is $7.25/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
How do I calculate hourly paycheck taxes in Georgia?
Multiply your hourly rate by hours worked for gross pay, then apply federal, Georgia state, and FICA rules. The calculator above defaults to hourly mode with Georgia tax data for 2026.
Is this Georgia calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Georgia brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.