Paycheck taxes in District of Columbia
District of Columbia has a progressive state income tax with rates from about 4% to 10.75% depending on income, on top of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
Use the calculator above to see your District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia state income tax.
2026 District of Columbia tax brackets (single filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|
| Up to $10,000 | 4% |
| $10,000 to $40,000 | 6% |
| $40,000 to $60,000 | 6.5% |
| $60,000 to $250,000 | 8.5% |
| $250,000 to $500,000 | 9.25% |
| $500,000 to $1,000,000 | 9.75% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 10.75% |
The calculator doubles these thresholds for married filing jointly, a close approximation of District of Columbia's married schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate take-home pay in District of Columbia?
Enter your salary or hourly wage above with District of Columbia selected. The calculator subtracts 2026 federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and District of Columbia state income tax to show your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay.
What is the District of Columbia state income tax rate?
District of Columbia uses progressive brackets ranging from roughly 4% to 10.75%. The calculator applies the bracket schedule along with 2026 federal brackets, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
Is this District of Columbia paycheck calculator accurate?
It provides close estimates using 2026 federal brackets and current District of Columbia tax rules, but excludes local taxes, most state-specific credits, and your W-4 details. 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; District of Columbia rates from the DC Office of Tax and 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.