StateKentucky paycheck calculator
See your Kentucky take-home pay after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Kentucky’s 4% state income tax. Enter your salary below — the calculator is pre-set to Kentucky.
| Gross pay | $75,000 |
| Federal income tax | −$8,114 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | −$4,650 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | −$1,088 |
| State tax (Kentucky) | −$3,000 |
| Take-home pay | $58,149 |
| Effective tax rate | 22.5% |
Flat 4.0% state income tax (2025).
Estimate using 2025 federal + FICA tables and a simplified state rate (verified 2026-06-19). Excludes 401(k)/HSA, local taxes, and credits. Not tax advice — see how this is calculated.
Kentucky tax & wage facts
State income tax
Minimum wage
Take-home on $75k
Flat 4.0% state income tax (2025).
Common questions about Kentucky pay
Does Kentucky have a state income tax?
Yes. Flat 4.0% state income tax (2025). On a $75,000 salary that is about $3,000/year in Kentucky state income tax in this estimate.
What is the take-home pay on $75,000 in Kentucky?
About $58,149/year ($2,236 per bi-weekly paycheck) for a single filer — after roughly $8,114 federal tax, $5,738 FICA, and $3,000 Kentucky state tax. Adjust the calculator for your exact salary and filing status.
What is the minimum wage in Kentucky?
The Kentucky minimum wage is $7.25 per hour (the federal floor). At full time (~2,080 hours/year) that is about $15,080 gross per year.