Utah paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| State income tax | Flat 4.5% income tax |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | None |
| Personal exemptions & credits | Utah taxpayer credit (phases out with income) |
| Local income taxes | None |
| Disability / paid leave deductions | None |
| Federal taxes | Income tax plus Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45% |
Good to know
- Flat 4.5% income tax (HB 106 cut it from 4.55%).
- Taxpayer credit: 6% of the federal standard deduction plus $2,111 per dependent.
- Credit phases out at 1.3% of income above $18,213 (single) or $36,426 (married).
- No local income taxes in Utah.
Utah salary after taxes (2026)
Take-home pay at common Utah salaries. The table follows the filing status, pay frequency and deductions you enter above.
| Salary | State & local | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $537 | $25,748 | $990.30 |
| $40,000 | $1,117 | $33,203 | $1,277.03 |
| $50,000 | $1,697 | $40,658 | $1,563.76 |
| $60,000 | $2,277 | $48,113 | $1,850.49 |
| $75,000 | $3,147 | $58,445 | $2,247.90 |
| $100,000 | $4,500 | $74,680 | $2,872.31 |
| $125,000 | $5,625 | $91,079 | $3,503.02 |
| $150,000 | $6,750 | $107,041 | $4,116.96 |
Utah hourly paycheck examples
Weekly take-home pay for common hourly wages in Utah. Need a yearly figure? Use the hourly to salary calculator.
| Hourly wage | Weekly gross | Weekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $600.00 | $512.35 | $26,642 |
| $18.00/hr | $720.00 | $601.81 | $31,294 |
| $20.00/hr | $800.00 | $661.45 | $34,396 |
| $25.00/hr | $1,000.00 | $810.55 | $42,149 |
| $30.00/hr | $1,200.00 | $959.65 | $49,902 |
| $40.00/hr | $1,600.00 | $1,225.74 | $63,738 |
Utah vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on the same pay — $75,000 a year — in Utah and the states around it.
| State | State & local taxes | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Nevada | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Arizona | $1,500 | $60,093 | $2,311.25 |
| New Mexico | $2,359 | $59,233 | $2,278.20 |
| Idaho | $2,867 | $58,726 | $2,258.68 |
| Colorado | $2,922 | $58,671 | $2,256.57 |
| Utah | $3,147 | $58,445 | $2,247.90 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Utah’s income tax rate in 2026?
Utah has a flat 4.5% rate on all taxable income, reduced by the Utah taxpayer credit.
How much Utah tax comes out of a $60,000 salary?
About $2,277 a year for a single filer, after the taxpayer credit — an effective state rate of roughly 3.8%.
Does Utah tax Social Security or 401(k) contributions?
Pre-tax 401(k) contributions are not taxed by Utah when made. Social Security benefits can qualify for a Utah credit, which does not affect paychecks.
What is the Utah income tax rate in 2026?
Utah has a flat 4.5% income tax. Deductions, exemptions and credits mean your effective rate is lower than the top rate.
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Utah?
A single filer earning $50,000 in Utah takes home about $40,658 a year, or $1,563.76 every two weeks, after $3,820 federal income tax, $3,825 FICA and $1,697 in Utah taxes.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Utah?
About $74,680 a year ($2,872.31 per biweekly paycheck) for a single filer with no pre-tax benefits — a total tax rate of 25.3%.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Utah?
Working 40 hours a week at $25 an hour, a single filer in Utah takes home about $810.55 a week, or $42,149 a year.
How often are the Utah rates updated?
We verify federal and Utah rates every January and whenever Utah changes its law mid-year. Current figures were verified October 31, 2026 for tax year 2026.
Sources
- Utah State Tax Commission
- IRS: 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
- IRS Publication 15-T (federal withholding methods)
- SSA: 2026 Social Security wage base ($184,500)
- Tax Foundation: 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets
Rates last verified October 31, 2026 by Easy Paycheck Calculator Editorial Team. See the methodology for every formula.