How Michigan taxes your paycheck in 2026
Michigan charges a flat 4.25% income tax after a $5,900 personal exemption, and some cities such as Detroit add their own tax.
- Michigan's personal exemption is $5,900 per person for 2026, up from $5,800, so a married couple can exclude $11,800.
- About two dozen Michigan cities charge an income tax. Detroit residents pay 2.4% and nonresidents who work there pay 1.2%. Add your city's rate under More options.
- Michigan's rate has stayed at 4.25% except for a temporary drop to 4.05% in 2023.
Take-home pay in Michigan at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Michigan taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $32,871 | $1,264 | $1,449 | 17.8% |
| $60,000 | $48,091 | $1,850 | $2,299 | 19.8% |
| $75,000 | $58,656 | $2,256 | $2,937 | 21.8% |
| $100,000 | $75,181 | $2,892 | $3,999 | 24.8% |
| $150,000 | $107,667 | $4,141 | $6,124 | 28.2% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Michigan earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,256 per paycheck, or $58,656 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Michigan taxes $2,937.
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This calculator estimates your yearly tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks. Your employer's withholding depends on your W-4 and state forms, so individual paychecks can differ slightly. It doesn't include tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit.
Common questions
What is Michigan's income tax rate for 2026?
A flat 4.25% on taxable income after your personal exemptions.
What is the Michigan personal exemption for 2026?
$5,900 per person, up from $5,800 in 2025.
Does Detroit have a city income tax?
Yes. Detroit residents pay 2.4% and nonresidents working in Detroit pay 1.2%.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Michigan?
About $58,656 a year, or $2,256 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions, before any local income tax.
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