Pennsylvania Tax Calculator
The Pennsylvania (PA) Tax Calculator is updated for the 2026/27 tax year. Pennsylvania applies a flat-rate state income tax and many municipalities levy a local earned income tax. This tool estimates your PA state tax, local add-ons, federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare to show take-home pay.
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Quick Pennsylvania Tax Calculator
Enter income and filing status, then select Calculate. Use tabs to add itemized details, dependents, retirement deferrals, withholdings, and local earned income tax or Philadelphia wage tax if applicable.
Input key: F Used in Federal tax calculations S Used in State tax calculations
How to Calculate Income Tax in Pennsylvania for 2026/27
- Enter gross income and any adjustments.
- Choose your filing status.
- Click Calculate to view PA state tax, local tax (if used), federal taxes, FICA/Medicare, and take-home pay.
Advanced Options
- Add a local earned income tax or Philadelphia wage tax rate in the Local Taxes tab.
- Model IRA/401(k) deferrals and other pre-tax benefits.
- Enter withholdings (federal, state, Medicare, Social Security, local) to project refund or balance.
- Include dependents and child-related credits where applicable.
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Common Pennsylvania Forms & Schedules
Browse the key Pennsylvania (PA) tax forms used for filing and managing individual income tax obligations. These include the PA-40 Income Tax Return, supporting schedules for interest, dividends, business income, and deductions, as well as forms for tax forgiveness, estimated payments, and employee withholding adjustments. Together, these forms ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and access to Pennsylvania-specific tax benefits for residents and part-year filers.
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Pennsylvania Income Tax Return
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Schedule A Schedule A – Interest Income
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Schedule B Schedule B – Dividend Income
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Schedule C Schedule C – Business/Profession Income
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Schedule D Schedule D – Sale/Exchange/Disposition of Property
- Pennsylvania Form PA 40 Schedule E Schedule E – Rents and Royalties
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for Pennsylvania filers: flat-rate state tax, local earned income taxes, withholdings, and dependents.
What expenses are deductible?
Maintenance, property taxes, insurance, utilities, and management fees.
Are stock options or RSUs taxed in PA?
Compensatory stock income is typically taxable as PA compensation when recognized; include in wages for PIT/EIT where applicable. Capital-gain portions follow PA rules for “net gains.”
Where can I estimate payments to avoid penalties?
Use the Pennsylvania State Tax Calculator to project annual tax and determine correct quarterly installment amounts.
When are payments due?
Estimated payments are due April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 of the following year.
How are foreign dividends treated?
Foreign dividends are fully taxable to Pennsylvania residents.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.