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Create accurate paystubs for Connecticut employees with Progressive 5% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Connecticut Tax Overview (2026)

5%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
5%
CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA)
0.5%
Minimum Wage
$16.35/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Connecticut Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
Connecticut State Income Tax 5% State Progressive rate
CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA) 0.5% Special Employee share of paid family/medical leave program

Connecticut Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
3% $0 – $10,000
5% $10,000 – $50,000
5.5% $50,000 – $100,000
6% $100,000 – $200,000
6.5% $200,000 – $250,000
6.9% $250,000 – $500,000
6.99% $500,000 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About Connecticut Payroll

Connecticut requires weekly pay for most employers and has a 100% employee-funded Paid Family and Medical Leave program that launched in 2022. The personal exemption phases out for higher earners.

Connecticut uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 5%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Connecticut workers typically see 5 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a pay statement showing hours worked, gross pay, itemized deductions, and net pay.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay weekly. Exceptions for certain employer types allow bi-weekly or monthly with approval.

Connecticut Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Connecticut paystub?

A typical Connecticut paystub includes 5 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Connecticut State Income Tax (5%), CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA) (0.5%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Connecticut state income tax rate?

Connecticut has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 3% to 6.99%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the Connecticut DRS for exact rates.

What is CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA)?

CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA) is a state program that provides paid leave for qualifying family and medical reasons. Employees contribute 0.5% of their wages. This deduction appears on your paystub as a separate withholding.

What is the minimum wage in Connecticut?

The current minimum wage in Connecticut is $16.35 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this Connecticut paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Connecticut paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a Connecticut paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

Connecticut Minimum Wage

$16.35
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 5% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • CT Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT PFMLA): 0.5%
  • Personal Exemption: $15,000
  • Total Deductions: 5 line items

Did You Know?

Connecticut requires weekly pay for most employers and has a 100% employee-funded Paid Family and Medical Leave program that launched in 2022. The personal exemption phases out for higher earners.

Official Resources

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