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Create accurate paystubs for Pennsylvania employees with Flat 3.07% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Pennsylvania Tax Overview (2026)

3.07%
Flat Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
3.07%
PA Employee SUI Contribution
0.06%
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Pennsylvania 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
Pennsylvania State Income Tax 3.07% State Flat rate
PA Employee SUI Contribution 0.06% State Employee contribution to state unemployment insurance
Philadelphia Wage Tax 3.75% residents / 3.44% nonresidents Local Philadelphia workers
Pittsburgh/Allegheny County Earned Income Tax 3% (1% city + 1% school + 1% municipal) Local Pittsburgh workers
Local Earned Income Tax (EIT) 0.5%-3.75% Local Workers statewide (varies by municipality/school district)
Local Services Tax (LST) Up to $52/year Local Workers earning above threshold in taxing municipalities

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About Pennsylvania Payroll

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax but an extremely complex local tax system with over 2,500 taxing jurisdictions imposing earned income taxes, making it one of the most burdensome states for payroll local tax compliance.

Pennsylvania uses a flat income tax system with a top rate of 3.07%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Pennsylvania workers typically see 6 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a statement of gross wages, deductions, and net wages.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least semi-monthly on regular paydays.

Pennsylvania Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Pennsylvania paystub?

A typical Pennsylvania paystub includes 6 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Pennsylvania State Income Tax (3.07%), PA Employee SUI Contribution (0.06%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Pennsylvania state income tax rate?

Pennsylvania has a flat income tax rate of 3.07%, which applies to all taxable income regardless of income level.

Does Pennsylvania have local income taxes?

Yes, some jurisdictions in Pennsylvania impose local income or occupational taxes: Philadelphia Wage Tax (3.75% residents / 3.44% nonresidents) applies to Philadelphia workers. Pittsburgh/Allegheny County Earned Income Tax (3% (1% city + 1% school + 1% municipal)) applies to Pittsburgh workers. Local Earned Income Tax (EIT) (0.5%-3.75%) applies to Workers statewide (varies by municipality/school district). Local Services Tax (LST) (Up to $52/year) applies to Workers earning above threshold in taxing municipalities. These may appear as additional deductions on your paystub depending on your work location.

What is the minimum wage in Pennsylvania?

The current minimum wage in Pennsylvania is $7.25 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 Pennsylvania paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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.

Pennsylvania Minimum Wage

$7.25
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 3.07% (Flat)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • PA Employee SUI Contribution: 0.06%
  • Total Deductions: 6 line items

Did You Know?

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax but an extremely complex local tax system with over 2,500 taxing jurisdictions imposing earned income taxes, making it one of the most burdensome states for payroll local tax compliance.

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