Oregon Paycheck Calculator

Calculate your take-home pay after federal & Oregon taxes

Updated for 2023 tax year on Mar 15, 2023

What was updated? 2023 federal FICA, income tax rates & standard deduction

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Paycheck calculator for Oregon

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%
  • no state-level payroll tax
  • able to claim exemptions
Oregon United States

From Wikipedia

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

Oregon tax year starts from July 01 the year before to June 30 the current year. So the tax year 2022 will start from July 01 2021 to June 30 2022.

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

  1. figure out your filing status
  2. work out your adjusted gross income [Net income – Adjustments = Adjusted gross income]
  3. calculate your taxable income [Adjusted gross income – (Itemized deductions + Exemptions) = Taxable income]
  4. understand your income tax liability [Taxable income × Income tax rate = Income tax liability]
  5. minus any tax liability, deductions, withholdings [Net income – (Income tax liability + Pre-tax deductions + Post-tax deductions + Withholdings) = Your paycheck]

State payroll tax

There is no state-level payroll tax.

State income tax brackets

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

Tax year Filing status Taxable income Rate
2022
2021
Single
Married, Filing Separately
$0 – $3,650 4.75%
$3,650 – $9,200 6.75%
$9,200 – $125,000 8.75%
$125,000+ 9.9%
Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er)
Head of Household
$0 – $7,300 4.75%
$7,300 – $18,400 6.75%
$18,400 – $250,000 8.75%
$250,000+ 9.9%
2020 Single
Married, Filing Separately
$0 – $3,550 5%
$3,550 – $8,900 7%
$8,900 – $125,000 9%
$125,000+ 9.9%
Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er)
Head of Household
$0 – $7,100 5%
$7,100 – $17,800 7%
$17,800 – $250,000 9%
$250,000+ 9.9%

State standard deduction

Tax year Filing status Standard deduction amount
2022 Single
Married, Filing Separately
$2,420
Married, Filing Jointly $4,840
Head of Household $3,895
2021 Single
Married, Filing Separately
$2,350
Married, Filing Jointly $4,700
Head of Household $3,780
2020 Single
Married, Filing Separately
$2,315
Married, Filing Jointly $4,630
Head of Household $3,725

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.

FAQs

What taxes do Oregonians pay?

They only pay the state-level income tax from 4.75% to 9.9%. There is no payroll tax or local income tax.

How much do you make after taxes in Oregon?

A single filer earning $60,000 annually will take home $44,660.75 after tax.
The combined take-home pay is $89,321.50 for a married couple who earn $120,000 per year.

How much taxes are deducted from a $60,000 paycheck in Oregon?

The total taxes deducted for a single filer are $1278.27 monthly or $589.97 bi-weekly.