How Wisconsin taxes your paycheck in 2026
Wisconsin taxes income from 3.5% to 7.65%, with a sliding standard deduction that shrinks as income rises.
- Most middle-income workers pay 5.3% on income above $51,950 of taxable income (single filers).
- Wisconsin's standard deduction starts at $13,960 for single filers and phases out completely at about $136,000 of income.
- Each person also gets a $700 exemption. Wisconsin cities don't tax wages.
Wisconsin 2026 income tax brackets
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5% | $0 – $15,110 | $0 – $20,150 |
| 4.4% | $15,110 – $51,950 | $20,150 – $69,260 |
| 5.3% | $51,950 – $332,720 | $69,260 – $443,630 |
| 7.65% | Over $332,720 | Over $443,630 |
Brackets apply to taxable income, after the state standard deduction.
Take-home pay in Wisconsin at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Wisconsin taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,236 | $1,278 | $1,084 | 16.9% |
| $60,000 | $48,320 | $1,858 | $2,070 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 | $58,649 | $2,256 | $2,944 | 21.8% |
| $100,000 | $74,752 | $2,875 | $4,428 | 25.2% |
| $150,000 | $106,482 | $4,095 | $7,309 | 29.0% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Wisconsin earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,256 per paycheck, or $58,649 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Wisconsin taxes $2,944.
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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 are Wisconsin's income tax rates?
3.5%, 4.4%, 5.3% and 7.65%. The top rate applies above $332,720 for single filers.
How does Wisconsin's standard deduction work?
It's largest for lower incomes ($13,960 single) and shrinks as income rises, reaching zero around $136,000.
Do Wisconsin cities have income tax?
No. Only the state income tax applies.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Wisconsin?
About $58,649 a year, or $2,256 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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