W-4 Withholding Estimator

Estimate correct federal withholding so you don't owe a surprise bill at tax time.

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From your latest pay stub
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per paycheck
Est. Annual Tax
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Current Annual Withholding
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Gap per Year
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Extra per Paycheck Needed
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How W-4 withholding works

Your W-4 tells your employer how much federal income tax to withhold from each paycheck. Getting it right means no surprise bill at tax time and no over-withholding (which is an interest-free loan to the government). This estimator calculates the ideal per-paycheck withholding amount based on your income and filing status.

What is a W-4 form?
A W-4 tells your employer how much federal income tax to withhold from each paycheck based on your filing status and additional amounts.
How do I claim extra withholding?
Enter the additional dollar amount per paycheck on Step 4(c) of your W-4. This calculator tells you how much extra to claim.
What happens if I under-withhold?
You will owe tax when you file, plus potentially an underpayment penalty if you owe more than $1,000 and paid less than 90% of current or 100% of prior year's tax.
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