1. What is Ohio Paycheck Calculator?

The Ohio Paycheck Calculator helps employees in Ohio estimate their net pay after deductions including Ohio state tax (3.5% flat rate for 2025), federal tax, and FICA taxes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Ohio paycheck formula:

Where:

• \( Gross Pay \) — Total earnings before deductions (USD)
• \( OH Tax \) — Ohio state tax at 3.5% of gross pay (USD)
• \( Federal Tax \) — Federal income tax withheld (USD)
• \( FICA Tax \) — Social Security and Medicare taxes (USD)

Explanation: Ohio uses a flat 3.5% state income tax rate for 2025. This calculator subtracts all major tax deductions from gross pay to determine take-home pay.

3. Understanding Ohio Tax Structure

Details: Ohio's state income tax is a flat rate of 3.5% for all income levels in 2025. This simplifies tax calculations compared to progressive tax systems used by some other states.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your gross pay in USD, federal tax withheld, and FICA tax amounts. Ensure all values are positive numbers. The calculator will automatically compute Ohio state tax and your final net pay.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the Ohio state tax rate for 2025?
A: Ohio has a flat state income tax rate of 3.5% for all taxpayers in 2025.

Q2: What is included in FICA tax?
A: FICA includes Social Security tax (6.2%) and Medicare tax (1.45%), totaling 7.65% of gross pay up to the Social Security wage base.

Q3: Are there local taxes in Ohio?
A: Some Ohio municipalities have local income taxes that are not included in this calculator. Check with your local tax authority.

Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: This provides a good estimate but actual paychecks may vary based on additional deductions like retirement contributions, health insurance, or other withholdings.

Q5: Can I use this for salary planning?
A: Yes, this calculator is useful for budgeting and understanding how different gross pay amounts translate to net take-home pay in Ohio.