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The California net pay calculation determines your take-home pay after deducting federal tax, state tax, FICA (Social Security and Medicare), and California State Disability Insurance (SDI) from your gross earnings.
The calculator uses the California net pay formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates your actual take-home pay by subtracting all mandatory California-specific deductions from your gross earnings.
Details: Accurate net pay calculation is essential for budgeting, financial planning, tax compliance, and ensuring proper withholding amounts for California residents.
Tips: Enter gross pay in USD, followed by federal tax, state tax, FICA, and SDI amounts. All values must be valid positive numbers with gross pay greater than zero.
Q1: What Is SDI In California?
A: SDI (State Disability Insurance) is a California payroll deduction that provides short-term disability and paid family leave benefits to eligible workers.
Q2: How Is FICA Calculated?
A: FICA consists of Social Security (6.2% on earnings up to the annual limit) and Medicare (1.45% on all earnings, plus 0.9% additional Medicare tax on high earners).
Q3: What Are California State Tax Rates?
A: California has progressive income tax rates ranging from 1% to 13.3% depending on income level and filing status.
Q4: When Should I Use This Calculator?
A: Use when starting a new job, changing withholding allowances, or verifying paycheck accuracy for California employment.
Q5: Are There Other California-Specific Deductions?
A: Some employers may also withhold for California Paid Family Leave (PFL) or local taxes in certain cities.