How Utah taxes paychecks
A single filer earning $75,000 in Utah pays about $3,338 in state tax and takes home $58,255 a year ($2,241 bi-weekly). That puts Utah 38th of 51 (1 = lowest state tax at this income).
Utah applies a single flat rate of 4.45% to taxable income. Before the rate applies, this calculator subtracts a standard deduction and/or personal exemption of about $0 for single filers. Most residents see state tax withheld from every paycheck by their employer based on the state withholding certificate.
Calculation note: Pub 14 (rev. 4/26): 4.45% retroactive to 1/1/2026; taxpayer credit $485/$970 reduced by 1.3% of wages over $9,348/$18,696 (withholding formula).
Effective tax rates by income in Utah
Single filer, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. "State rate" is state tax divided by gross salary; "Total rate" includes federal income tax and FICA.
| Salary | State tax | State rate | Total rate | Take-home / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,118 | 3.7% | 16.1% | $25,167 |
| $50,000 | $2,225 | 4.5% | 19.7% | $40,130 |
| $75,000 | $3,338 | 4.5% | 22.3% | $58,255 |
| $100,000 | $4,450 | 4.5% | 25.3% | $74,730 |
| $150,000 | $6,675 | 4.5% | 28.6% | $107,116 |
| $250,000 | $11,125 | 4.5% | 31.2% | $172,057 |
Utah paycheck examples
What a typical salary looks like per bi-weekly paycheck, after all taxes.
| Salary | Federal | FICA | State | Bi-weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,693 | $1,254.87 | $2,719 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,670 | $1,835.38 | $3,977 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $3,560 | $2,367.31 | $5,129 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,450 | $2,874.23 | $6,228 |
| $120,000 | $17,570 | $9,180 | $5,340 | $3,381.15 | $7,326 |
Paid hourly? $25 an hour is about $41,648 a year after taxes in Utah.
Utah vs. neighboring states
Compared with its neighbors, take-home pay at $75,000 is higher in Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, Nevada, so it is the higher-tax option in its region. Cross-border commuters should note that wages are generally taxed where you work and credited where you live; reciprocity agreements vary by state.
Sources & review
- Utah rates and deductions: Utah tax authority publication (tax year 2026, status: verified against official source)
- Federal brackets & standard deduction: IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32
- Social Security wage base: SSA
- Cross-check: Tax Foundation 2026 state rates
Reviewed November 4, 2026 · How we calculate
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Utah?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Utah takes home about $47,720 per year in 2026, or $1,835 per bi-weekly paycheck ($3,977 per month).
Does Utah have a state income tax?
Utah applies a single flat rate of 4.45% to taxable income. Before the rate applies, this calculator subtracts a standard deduction and/or personal exemption of about $0 for single filers.
What is the effective tax rate on $100,000 in Utah?
On a $100,000 salary (single, standard deduction) total taxes are about $25,270, an effective rate of 25.3%. State tax accounts for $4,450 (4.5%).
How do 401(k) contributions change my Utah paycheck?
Traditional 401(k) contributions are subtracted before federal and, in this calculator, Utah income tax, so each $1 you contribute costs less than $1 in take-home pay. Social Security and Medicare still apply. Open “Advanced options” in the calculator to model it.
What are the 2026 FICA rates?
Social Security is 6.2% on wages up to $184,500 and Medicare is 1.45%, plus 0.9% Additional Medicare Tax withheld on wages above $200,000.