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Bonus Paycheck Calculator

Estimate net bonus pay with 22% supplemental federal withholding, FICA, and optional state tax.

Estimates only — not tax, payroll, or financial advice. This is a simplified educational calculator (2026-ish federal brackets + standard deduction, employee FICA, optional flat state tax). It is not IRS Publication 15-T withholding, a substitute for your W-4, or a tax return. Real paystubs vary with credits, benefits, local taxes, additional Medicare tax, and your employer’s payroll system. Confirm numbers with a qualified tax or payroll professional.

About this tool

Bonus Paycheck Calculator is a free online calculator on PaystubKit, the paycheck tools hub from One More Turn Ventures LLC (OMTV). Estimate net bonus pay with 22% supplemental federal withholding, FICA, and optional state tax.

What it does: Supplemental 22% is the simple IRS method when a bonus is paid separately. Employers who use the aggregate method can withhold more on that one check.

When to use it: Use it for planning and offer comparisons — then confirm against your actual paystub.

Part of the PaystubKit tools collection. Calculations run locally in your browser.

Frequently asked questions

What is supplemental withholding?

The IRS lets employers withhold a flat 22% federal income tax on many bonuses and other supplemental wages (up to an annual supplemental threshold). Some employers instead use the aggregate method with your regular paycheck.

Does this tool use 22%?

Yes, as a simple supplemental federal estimate. Your employer might use aggregate withholding, which can take more or less from that check.

Is FICA taken on bonuses?

Usually yes. Social Security (6.2% up to the $184,500 wage base) and Medicare (1.45%) generally apply to bonus wages. Enter year-to-date wages if you may hit the Social Security cap.

Why is my bonus check smaller than 78%?

22% federal is only one piece. FICA (~7.65% until the SS cap) plus state tax also come out. Aggregate withholding can be higher if the bonus is stacked on a regular check.

Is this tax advice?

No. Bonus net is an educational estimate — not tax, payroll, or financial advice.

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