Bonus Calculator
Estimate Your Bonus Pay After Tax
Estimate your take-home bonus after federal and state withholding. Bonuses are typically taxed at a flat supplemental rate of 22% federal.
Bonus Breakdown
Take-Home Bonus
$6,535
Total Withheld
$3,465
Effective Tax Rate
34.6%
Federal (22% supplemental): $2,200
State: $500
Social Security: $620
Medicare: $145
Frequently Asked Questions
How are bonuses taxed?
The IRS treats bonuses as supplemental wages. Employers can use the percentage method (flat 22% federal withholding for bonuses under $1 million) or the aggregate method (adds to regular paycheck and taxes at your marginal rate).
Do bonuses affect my tax bracket?
A large bonus can push you into a higher tax bracket, but only the portion of income in the new bracket is taxed at the higher rate (progressive taxation).
What is a typical bonus percentage?
Performance bonuses typically range from 5-20% of base salary. Sign-on bonuses vary widely by industry and role. Annual target bonuses are common in finance (20-100%), tech (10-20%), and sales (variable).