Idaho Paycheck Calculator
Use this free Idaho paycheck calculator to estimate your take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA and Idaho state income tax. Compare bi-weekly, monthly and annual net pay for an Idaho salary in one view.
Per-Paycheck Breakdown
2026 Tax RulesUpdated October 2026 · 2026 federal and Idaho rates ·methodology
What comes out of an Idaho paycheck
An Idaho paycheck starts with federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare. Idaho then applies a flat 5.3% rate after the $20,911 standard deduction. Local rules in Idaho and payroll deductions can still change the final number.
Idaho: 5.3% flat tax
Idaho applies a flat 5.3% state rate. Idaho subtracts the $20,911 standard deduction before applying state tax. The Idaho local-tax and payroll notes below show what the state rate leaves out.
Where an Idaho paycheck goes
- Federal income tax$7,670
- FICA$5,738
- Idaho income tax$2,867
- Take-home pay$58,726
Idaho income tax is shown separately from federal withholding, Social Security and Medicare so you can see the state share.
Idaho take-home pay after taxes by salary
These Idaho figures use the 5.3% state rate and the $20,911 standard deduction for a single filer.
| Gross salary | Take-home / yr | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $40,813 | $1,570 |
| $75,000 | $58,726 | $2,259 |
| $100,000 | $74,988 | $2,884 |
| $150,000 | $106,949 | $4,113 |
Idaho after-tax pay at other salaries
Open a nearby salary for the same state and the same 2026 assumptions.
Idaho hourly wage after tax
- $20/hr · $41,600/yr≈ $16.59/hr net
- $30/hr · $62,400/yr≈ $24.10/hr net
- $45/hr · $93,600/yr≈ $34.05/hr net
Hourly Idaho estimates assume 2,080 hours per year. The Idaho estimate leaves out local taxes and separate payroll programs.
Idaho income tax rate
- State system
- Flat tax
- Rate range
- 5.3%
- Local income tax
- None
Rates used by this calculator. Confirm the current year with the Idaho State Tax Commission.
Idaho income tax rate (single filer)
Idaho applies a single 5.3% rate to taxable income after the $20,911 standard deduction.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 5.3% |
What else affects an Idaho paycheck
The calculator covers federal withholding, FICA and Idaho state income tax. These rules can still change the amount you keep.
Idaho local income taxes
Idaho has no local income tax; the state rate applies statewide.
Idaho payroll deductions
Idaho does not withhold a statewide paid-family-leave or disability premium from employee pay.
Idaho filing and residency
Idaho uses a flat 5.3% rate with a standard deduction and exemptions worth about $16,100 for single filers; file an Idaho return if state tax was withheld.
What Idaho income tax costs vs Texas
Texas has no wage income tax, so the gap below is what Idaho takes for state income tax at each salary, while federal income tax and FICA stay the same.
| Gross salary | Take-home in Idaho | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $40,813 | −$1,542 |
| $75,000 | $58,726 | −$2,867 |
| $100,000 | $74,988 | −$4,192 |
| $150,000 | $106,949 | −$6,842 |
State income tax and any state payroll insurance are included.
Idaho net pay by filing status and pay frequency
Idaho figures use the same $75,000 salary, the $20,911 standard deduction, and no pre-tax deductions. Married figures assume a joint return with one income.
| Filing status | Take-home / yr | Per check |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $58,726 | $2,259 |
| Married filing jointly | $62,864 | $2,418 |
How often you are paid
- Weekly (52/yr)$1,129
- Bi-Weekly (26/yr)$2,259
- Semi-Monthly (24/yr)$2,447
- Monthly$4,894
Annual Idaho take-home divided across the standard number of pay periods.
Money moves for an Idaho paycheck
State-specific points that change the number at the bottom of your check.
Estimate local withholding
The state-only number is a starting point for Idaho. Check the city, county or school district rate that applies to your Idaho workplace before you budget the final amount.
Ask about payroll premiums
Beyond federal withholding, Idaho payroll may include a paid-leave, disability or local program. Ask payroll which deductions apply to you.
Review your state return
Keep your Idaho withholding statements and confirm the filing threshold at tax time, especially if you moved or worked across state lines.
Working in Idaho: what to expect
Idaho has agriculture, manufacturing and technology, with Boise growing much faster than many rural counties.
Boise housing costs have risen sharply, while northern Idaho and the Magic Valley remain more affordable but have fewer high-wage jobs.
For an Idaho worker, the state rate is only one part of the picture: housing, commuting and local taxes often decide how far a paycheck actually goes.