Utah Hourly Paycheck Calculator
Free Utah (UT) hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$1,480.00
- Federal Income Tax−$93.75
- Utah State Tax−$29.45
- Social Security (6.2%)−$45.88
- Medicare (1.45%)−$10.73
- Net Pay$1,300.19
Utah Paycheck & Tax Overview
Utah uses a flat 4.5% rate with a tax credit that functions like a partial exemption for lower incomes. The Utah minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Salt Lake City, Provo, West Valley City, and elsewhere in Utah use this Utah hourly paycheck calculator with 2026 tax tables — Utah applies a 4.
Utah State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| Flat rate on taxable wages | 4.50% |
Example: Utah paycheck for $18.50/hour at 40 hours/week
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $1,480 gross per check, about $1,300 take-home after federal ($94), state ($29), and FICA ($57). 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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Utah Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Utah have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. Utah applies a 4.5% flat state income tax on taxable wages after deductions.
How much tax is taken out of a $18.50/hour at 40 hours/week paycheck in Utah?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $1,480 with net take-home around $1,300 (federal ~$94, state ~$29, FICA ~$57). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
How is Utah paycheck tax different from other states?
Utah uses a flat 4.5% rate with a tax credit that functions like a partial exemption for lower incomes. Our 2026 calculator applies flat 4.5% state income tax for Utah workers.
What is the Utah minimum wage for 2026?
Utah'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 Utah?
Multiply your hourly rate by hours worked for gross pay, then apply federal, Utah state, and FICA rules. The calculator above defaults to hourly mode with Utah tax data for 2026.
Is this Utah calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Utah brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.