What percentage of paycheck goes to taxes in Florida?

Florida is widely known for its tax-friendly environment, especially when it comes to personal income. For employees wondering what percentage of their paycheck goes to taxes in Florida, the answer is significantly lower than in many other U.S. states, but it depends on the type of taxes applied.

1. No State Income Tax

Florida is a state that is among the very few in the U.S. which does not impose state income tax. By this, the workers do not have to pay income tax at the state level from their income, and this can be a great saving for them when compared with the likes of New York or California, where state income taxes are really high.

2. Federal Income Tax

Even though Florida doesn’t tax wages at the state level, employees are still subject to federal income tax. The percentage withheld depends on:

• Annual income level
• Filing status (single, married, head of household, etc.)
• Allowances and deductions claimed on your W-4

Federal income tax rates in 2025 are progressive, ranging from 10% to 37%. Most middle-income earners typically see 12%-22% withheld for federal income tax from each paycheck.

3. Payroll Taxes

In addition to federal income tax, employees in Florida contribute to:

• Social Security: 6.2% of wages (up to the annual wage cap)
• Medicare: 1.45% of wages (no cap; an additional 0.9% applies for high earners)

Together, payroll taxes account for 7.65% of most employees’ wages.

4. Overall Takeaway

For most workers in Florida, the total tax withheld from each paycheck, including federal income and payroll taxes, typically ranges between 15% and 30%, depending on income level and filing status. This range is mainly determined by the rates at which the federal taxes are withheld, as well as individual payroll taxes. What is more, the complete absence of state income tax still goes a long way to create an advantage in monetary terms so that those who are employed may be able to keep more of their earnings than is the case in most other states.

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