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The Illinois Weekly Paycheck Calculator estimates your weekly take-home pay after accounting for Illinois state tax (4.95%), federal tax, and FICA contributions. It helps Illinois residents understand their net earnings from gross annual salary.
The calculator uses the Illinois paycheck formula:
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Explanation: The calculation converts annual salary to weekly pay, then subtracts all applicable taxes to determine net take-home pay.
Details: Understanding your net pay is crucial for budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring you can meet your living expenses. It helps Illinois residents account for the state's 4.95% flat income tax rate.
Tips: Enter your annual gross salary in dollars, federal tax amount, and FICA tax amount. All values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute your weekly net pay after Illinois taxes.
Q1: What is Illinois' state income tax rate?
A: Illinois has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95% for all taxpayers regardless of income level.
Q2: How is weekly pay calculated from annual salary?
A: Annual salary is divided by 52 weeks to determine weekly gross pay before taxes and deductions.
Q3: What taxes are included in FICA?
A: FICA includes Social Security tax (6.2%) and Medicare tax (1.45%), totaling 7.65% for employees.
Q4: Are there other deductions not included?
A: This calculator focuses on major taxes. Other deductions like health insurance, retirement contributions, or local taxes may apply.
Q5: Is this calculator accurate for all Illinois residents?
A: While it provides a good estimate, individual circumstances may vary. Consult with a tax professional for precise calculations.