Paycheck taxes in Delaware
Delaware has a progressive state income tax with rates from about 2.2% to 6.6% depending on income, on top of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. Delaware also has local income taxes in some areas, which are not included in these estimates.
Use the calculator above to see your Delaware take-home pay for any salary or hourly wage. It applies 2026 federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security (6.2% up to the $184,500 wage base), and Medicare (1.45%), plus Delaware state income tax.
2026 Delaware tax brackets (single filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|
| Up to $2,000 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $5,000 | 2.2% |
| $5,000 to $10,000 | 3.9% |
| $10,000 to $20,000 | 4.8% |
| $20,000 to $25,000 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $60,000 | 5.55% |
| Over $60,000 | 6.6% |
The calculator doubles these thresholds for married filing jointly, a close approximation of Delaware's married schedule. Delaware's own standard deduction ($3,250 single) is applied first.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate take-home pay in Delaware?
Enter your salary or hourly wage above with Delaware selected. The calculator subtracts 2026 federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Delaware state income tax to show your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay.
What is the Delaware state income tax rate?
Delaware uses progressive brackets ranging from roughly 2.2% to 6.6%. The calculator applies the bracket schedule along with 2026 federal brackets, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
Is this Delaware paycheck calculator accurate?
It provides close estimates using 2026 federal brackets and current Delaware tax rules, but excludes local taxes, most state-specific credits, and your W-4 details. Delaware also has local income taxes in some areas, which are not included in these estimates. It is not tax advice. Confirm important figures with a tax professional.
Sources: 2026 federal figures from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 and the Social Security Administration; Delaware rates from the Delaware Division of Revenue. Full methodology and figures on the guide.
Estimates only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. See About for the full disclaimer, or the all-states paycheck calculator.