Pennsylvania Income Tax Guide — What You Actually Keep

Data: 2026-Q2 · BLS · HUD · KFF

Pennsylvania tax overview

Pennsylvania has a flat income tax rate of 3.07% — one of the lowest flat rates in the nation.

3.07% top marginal rate

Take-home pay by salary

Gross Federal State FICA Take-Home
$50,000 $3,962 $1,535 $3,825 $40,679
$70,000 $7,014 $2,149 $5,355 $55,482
$100,000 $13,614 $3,070 $7,650 $75,666
$130,000 $20,447 $3,991 $9,945 $95,617
$180,000 $32,447 $5,526 $13,770 $128,257

Single filer, standard deduction. Illustrative — not exact. Source: IRS 2025, Tax Foundation 2025.

Pennsylvania vs a no-tax state (Texas)

$50,000 salary $1,535/yr more in TX
$70,000 salary $2,149/yr more in TX
$100,000 salary $3,070/yr more in TX
$130,000 salary $3,991/yr more in TX
$180,000 salary $5,526/yr more in TX
FAQ

Pennsylvania Income Tax — FAQ

What is the income tax rate in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania has a top marginal state income tax rate of 3.07%. Pennsylvania has a flat income tax rate of 3.07% — one of the lowest flat rates in the nation. Source: Tax Foundation 2025.

What is take-home pay on $70,000 in Pennsylvania?

On a $70,000 salary in Pennsylvania, take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA, and state tax is approximately $4,624/month. Source: IRS 2025, Tax Foundation 2025.

How does Pennsylvania compare to a no-tax state?

On a $70,000 salary, you'd keep about $2,149 more per year in a no-tax state like Texas. Source: Tax Foundation 2025.

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