Kansas Paycheck Calculator
On a $60,000 salary in Kansas, a single filer takes home about $1,840.04 every two weeks ($47,841 a year) after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and Kansas income tax. Kansas tax follows the state's own 2026 withholding booklet; enter your own pay below for your exact paycheck. Below the calculator: Kansas rules on minimum wage, overtime, paydays, your final paycheck and wage claims, each from an official source.
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An estimate of what your employer withholds, using the IRS percentage method. Your actual paycheck can differ by a few cents because of rounding, or by more if your employer uses other settings.
How we got your number
Each step links to the official document it comes from.
Guides: how to read your pay stub · filling out Form W-4 · biweekly vs semi-monthly pay · why pay rises after the Social Security cap · how much tax is taken out, by state · who gets overtime · 1099 vs W-2 pay
Kansas paycheck rates for 2026
Every rate links to the official source and shows when we last checked it. Our Kansas tax is checked against the worked examples in Kansas's own withholding guide on every build: see how we verify.
| What comes out | 2026 rate | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | 10%–37% brackets (IRS percentage method) | IRS Publication 15-T (2026) | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Social Security | 6.2% up to $184,500 | SSA COLA fact sheet | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Medicare | 1.45%, plus 0.9% over $200,000 | IRS Publication 15 | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Kansas income tax | 5.2% and 5.58% after $9,160 per person and $2,320 per dependent | Kansas Department of Revenue, KW-100 Withholding Tax Guide | Oct 24, 2026 |
What changed in 2026
Kansas
- No change: the rate-cut trigger did not apply, so rates stay 5.2% and 5.58%. Source
Federal, for everyone
- Social Security wage base rose from $176,100 to $184,500. Source
- New 2026 federal withholding tables reflect the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which made the lower tax rates and larger standard deduction permanent. Source
- Form W-4 for 2026: Step 4(b) now covers the new deductions for qualified tips, overtime, car loan interest and people 65 and older, and there is a new checkbox to claim exemption. Source
- Form W-4 Step 3 counts $2,200 for each child under 17. Source
Take-home pay in Kansas at common salaries (2026)
On a $70,000 salary in Kansas, you take home about $2,114.17 every two weeks, or $4,580.70 a month, after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and Kansas income tax.
| Salary | Every two weeks | Per month | Per year | Withheld |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $976.51 | $2,115.77 | $25,389.26 | 15.4% |
| $40,000 | $1,264.90 | $2,740.62 | $32,887.40 | 17.8% |
| $50,000 | $1,552.48 | $3,363.71 | $40,364.48 | 19.3% |
| $60,000 | $1,840.04 | $3,986.75 | $47,841.04 | 20.3% |
| $70,000 | $2,114.17 | $4,580.70 | $54,968.42 | 21.5% |
| $80,000 | $2,363.27 | $5,120.42 | $61,445.02 | 23.2% |
| $90,000 | $2,612.40 | $5,660.20 | $67,922.40 | 24.5% |
| $100,000 | $2,861.51 | $6,199.94 | $74,399.26 | 25.6% |
| $125,000 | $3,481.83 | $7,543.97 | $90,527.58 | 27.6% |
| $150,000 | $4,085.40 | $8,851.70 | $106,220.40 | 29.2% |
Assumes a single filer paid every two weeks with a 2026 Form W-4 and no adjustments, no 401(k) or health deductions, and the rules in force on Oct 26, 2026. Monthly and yearly figures are the paycheck times 26, divided by 12 for monthly. Enter your own pay above for your exact numbers.
What workers earn in Kansas
The typical (median) worker in Kansas earns $23.08 an hour, or about $48,010 a year full time, across all 1,437,520 jobs in the state (BLS, May 2025). At that pay a single filer takes home about $1,495.25 every two weeks, after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and Kansas income tax. Source
| Pay level | Yearly pay | Take-home every two weeks | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $28,540 | $934.30 | $24,291.80 |
| 25th percentile | $35,880 | $1,146.42 | $29,806.92 |
| Median (typical worker) | $48,010 | $1,495.25 | $38,876.50 |
| 75th percentile | $72,280 | $2,170.97 | $56,445.22 |
| 90th percentile | $103,250 | $2,942.47 | $76,504.22 |
Pay for common jobs in Kansas
| Job | Median yearly pay in Kansas | Take-home every two weeks | Jobs in Kansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,330 | $2,346.59 | 33,800 |
| Retail Salesperson | $32,180 | $1,039.51 | 33,360 |
| Cashier | $28,810 | $942.12 | 33,080 |
| Customer Service Representative | $40,330 | $1,274.39 | 29,200 |
| Home Health Aide | $31,260 | $1,012.94 | 25,350 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $38,000 | $1,207.38 | 24,610 |
| Truck Driver | $58,930 | $1,809.28 | 24,220 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,450 | $1,737.96 | 14,350 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for Kansas: hourly pay for all jobs, times 2,080 hours, rounded to the nearest $10. The jobs are those on our salary by job pages with the most workers in Kansas. Take-home: single filer paid every two weeks, 2026 Form W-4, no deductions, rules in force on Oct 26, 2026, worked out with the same engine as the calculator.
Paycheck rules in Kansas
What Kansas law says about how much, how and when you are paid. Each rule links to the official source. Checked Oct 25, 2026.
| Topic | The rule | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | Kansas's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. The state law covers only jobs not covered by the federal wage law; most workers are covered federally and also get at least $7.25. No increase has been announced. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-1203 Minimum wages |
| Tipped employees | If you earn tips, your employer must pay at least $2.13 an hour in cash wages. If your tips plus that wage do not reach $7.25 an hour, your employer must make up the difference. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-1203 Minimum wages |
| Overtime | Most Kansas workers get federal overtime: time and a half after 40 hours a week. If your job is not covered by the federal overtime rule, Kansas law requires time and a half only after 46 hours in a workweek. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-1204 Overtime compensation |
| How often you must be paid | Your employer must pay you at least once a month on regular paydays set in advance. Each payday must cover pay up to a date no more than 15 days earlier. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-314 Payment of wages |
| Final paycheck | Whether you are fired, laid off or quit, your employer must pay all your earned wages by the next regular payday. You can ask for the check to be mailed to you. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-315 Payment of wages upon termination |
| Pay stub | Kansas wage law's pay statement rule covers deductions: if you ask, your employer must give you an itemized statement of the deductions taken from your wages for each pay period in which deductions were made. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-320 Notification to employees |
| Deductions from pay | Apart from deductions required by law, your employer needs your signed permission to take money from your pay. Deductions for loans, overpayments, uniforms or company merchandise need a signed written agreement, and cannot cut your pay below minimum wage. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-319 Withholding of wages |
| Unpaid wage claim | File a Claim for Wages form (K-ESLR 105) with the Kansas Department of Labor's Office of Employment Standards. Your employer gets 10 business days to reply. The department's pages do not state a filing deadline. | Kansas Department of Labor, Wage Claims and Hearing Procedures |
| Direct deposit and pay cards | Your employer may pay by direct deposit or payroll card, but if you choose a pay card you must get at least one free withdrawal each pay period, and you cannot be charged to set up or load the card. | Kansas Statutes, K.S.A. 44-314 Payment of wages |
| State withholding form | Kansas's withholding certificate is Form K-4. Complete it and give it to your employer so the right amount of Kansas income tax is withheld from your pay. | Kansas Department of Revenue, Kansas Withholding Form K-4 |
More on pay at the minimum: Kansas minimum wage, with weekly, monthly and yearly pay, take-home pay and the next increase.
What changes in 2027
- Social Security applies to the first $192,300 you earn in 2027 (up from $184,500). SSA
- New federal withholding tables: the IRS has not published them yet. We add them within days of release; until then, 2027 pay dates use the 2026 tables.
- Kansas will publish any 2027 withholding changes in an updated KW-100.
Kansas changelog
Every version of the Kansas rules this calculator has used, with the date it takes effect, the official source it comes from and when we checked it. The pay date you enter picks the version in force on that day.
| Effective | Status | What the calculator uses | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2027 | Waiting for the official publication | Kansas will publish any 2027 withholding changes in an updated KW-100. | Will be checked against the new edition of Kansas Department of Revenue, KW-100 Withholding Tax Guide |
| Jan 1, 2026 | Verified Oct 24, 2026 (in use today) | Kansas income tax: 5.2% and 5.58% after $9,160 per person and $2,320 per dependent | Kansas Department of Revenue, KW-100 Withholding Tax Guide |
Site updates for Kansas
- Oct 25, 2026: New: Download PDF replaces Print
- Oct 25, 2026: New: Bonus Tax Calculator and Gross-Up Calculator
- Oct 24, 2026: Added Connecticut, Utah, Iowa, Kansas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Nebraska, Idaho and New Mexico
Kansas paycheck questions
How much Kansas income tax comes out of my paycheck?
Kansas subtracts $9,160 a year per person ($18,320 married), plus $2,320 for each dependent and for head of household, then withholds 5.2% to 5.58%. Show the math lists every step.
Why does the calculator ask about Form K-4?
Your employer withholds Kansas tax based on the Form K-4 you filled in, which is separate from your federal Form W-4. If you never filled one in, employers usually withhold as single with no allowances.
When do I get my last paycheck if I quit or get fired in Kansas?
Either way, Kansas law says your employer must pay all wages you earned no later than the next regular payday. You can ask your employer to mail it, postmarked by that payday, instead of picking it up.
Is overtime in Kansas after 40 or 46 hours?
Most workers are covered by federal law and get time and a half after 40 hours a week. The Kansas 46-hour overtime rule applies only to employees who are not covered by the federal overtime law.
How do I file a wage claim with the Kansas Department of Labor?
Fill out the Claim for Wages form (K-ESLR 105) and send it to the Kansas Department of Labor. Its Office of Employment Standards reviews the claim, your employer has 10 business days to respond, and a hearing may follow.
Can a Kansas employer make me take my pay on a payroll card?
Kansas allows pay by payroll card, but an employer that pays only by direct deposit must offer another option if you do not name a bank account. Pay card users must get at least one free withdrawal each pay period.
Why is my first paycheck in January different?
New federal withholding tables and a new Social Security cap start on January 1. Pick a 2027 pay date in the calculator to see the change.
Why did my paycheck get bigger late in the year?
Social Security stops once your pay for the year reaches $184,500. Enter your pay so far this year to see when that happens.
How much is $70,000 a year after taxes in Kansas?
About $54,968.42 a year, or $2,114.17 every two weeks, for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions in 2026. That is after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and Kansas income tax. Use the calculator for your own filing status and deductions.
What is the average salary in Kansas?
The median (typical) worker in Kansas earns $23.08 an hour, about $48,010 a year full time, and the mean (average) is $29.15 an hour, about $60,630 a year (BLS, May 2025). The median is lower because a few high earners pull the average up. At the median, take-home pay is about $1,495.25 every two weeks for a single filer.