Oregon Paycheck Calculator

Calculate your take-home pay per paycheck for salary and hourly jobs after federal & Oregon taxes

Updated for 2024 tax year on Jul 06, 2024

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How to calculate your Oregon paycheck

Overview of Oregon

Oregon has a population of over 4 million (2019) and is one of the most geographically diverse US states with mountainous regions, mixed forests, volcanoes, etc. Due to this, its economy had primarily been agriculture and timber but has shifted toward technology in recent years. The median household income is $60,212 (2017).

Brief summary:

• the income tax rate ranges from 4.75% to 9.9%
• subject to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)
• able to claim exemptions

Understanding your Oregon paycheck

Every time you receive your Oregon paycheck, you may wonder how all those deductions and taxes affect your take-home pay. Understanding the components of your paycheck is essential to making the most of your hard-earned money. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of your Oregon paycheck.

First and foremost, your paycheck is subject to federal income taxes and FICA taxes. The amount of federal income tax withheld is determined by the information you provide on your W-4 form. Your pay frequency, whether weekly, biweekly, or monthly, can also influence the amount withheld from each paycheck.

Marital status significantly determines your tax liability, affecting your filing status and tax brackets. Pre-tax deductions, such as retirement fund contributions, can also impact your paycheck. By reducing your taxable income, these deductions may lower your overall tax liability.

Oregon has a state income tax (4.75% to 9.9%) but no state payroll taxes or local income taxes to worry about. The state income tax rates vary depending on your income level, with progressive tax brackets in place to determine your tax liability.

While Oregon does not have a state standard deduction, you can claim personal exemptions for yourself, your spouse, and dependents. Personal exemptions help reduce your taxable income, leading to a lower tax bill and more money in your pocket.

Finally, post-tax deductions may also affect your take-home pay. These deductions, such as union dues, charitable donations, or wage garnishments, are taken out after taxes have been calculated and withheld. By monitoring your post-tax deductions, you can ensure that you’re making the most of your paycheck and maximizing your financial well-being.

Calculate your Oregon paycheck

Calculating your Oregon state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our main paycheck calculator page:

1. Determine your gross income
   • Annual salary
     Annual salary = Gross income
   • Hourly wage
     Hourly wage × Hours worked per day × Days worked per week × Weeks worked per year = Your weekly paycheck
2. Work out your total federal income tax
   1. Gross income adjusted
      Gross income − Pre-tax deductions = Gross income adjusted
   2. Federal taxable income
      Gross income adjusted − Federal standard/itemized deductions = Federal taxable income
   3. Federal income tax liability
      Federal taxable income × Federal income tax rate = Federal income tax liability
   4. Federal payroll tax liability
      Gross income adjusted × Federal payroll tax rate = Federal payroll tax liability
3. Calculate your total Oregon state income tax
   1. State taxable income
      Gross income adjusted − State standard/itemized deductions = State taxable income
   2. State income tax liability
      State taxable income × State income tax rate = State income tax liability
   3. State payroll tax liability
      Gross income adjusted × State payroll tax rate = State payroll tax liability
4. Figure out your net pay
   You need to account for any other deductions such as health insurance, 401(k) contribution, as well as additional withholdings.
   Gross income − (Total income tax liability + Total payroll tax liability + Total pre-tax deductions + Total post-tax deductions + Total withholdings) = Your net pay
5. Divide your net pay by your pay frequency
   
   • Daily
     Your net pay / Days worked per week / Weeks worked per year = Your daily paycheck
   • Weekly
     Your net pay / 52 = Your weekly paycheck
   • Bi-weekly
     Your net pay / 26 = Your bi-weekly paycheck
   • Semi-monthly
     Your net pay / 24 = Your semi-monthly paycheck
   • Monthly
     Your net pay / 12 = Your monthly paycheck
   • Quarterly
     Your net pay / 4 = Your quarterly paycheck
   • Semi-annual
     Your net pay / 2 = Your semi-annual paycheck
   • Annual
     Your net pay = Your annual paycheck

State payroll tax

State income tax brackets

Each filer type has different progressive tax rates. Refer to Tax Foundation for more details.

State standard deduction

State exemptions

There are state-level exemptions for all types of filers and dependents. All exemptions are in the form of tax credits. Refer to Tax Foundation for more details.

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