How Oregon Paychecks Are Taxed in 2026
Oregon has one of the highest income taxes for middle earners: the 8.75% rate starts at just $11,400 of taxable income for single filers. Oregon has no sales tax. Employees also pay a 0.1% statewide transit tax and contribute to Paid Leave Oregon.
For 2026, Oregon has state income tax rates from 4.75% to 9.9%. Before the rates apply, Oregon allows a standard deduction of $2,910 for single filers ($5,820 for married couples filing jointly), a personal credit of $256.
Portland-area residents may also owe the Metro and Multnomah County preschool income taxes on higher incomes. Employees also pay Oregon statewide transit tax, Paid Leave Oregon, which the calculator includes.
As a reference point, a single filer in Oregon earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions keeps about $45,550 a year, or roughly $1,751.91 per bi-weekly paycheck. Enter your own pay above to see your numbers.
Oregon Paycheck Taxes at a Glance
Oregon Income Tax Brackets for 2026
Oregon uses 4 brackets from 4.75% to 9.9%. Each rate applies only to the part of your taxable income inside that bracket.
Single filers (taxable income)
Married filing jointly (taxable income)
Before these rates apply, Oregon subtracts a $2,910 standard deduction. Head of household and married filing separately use the single schedule in our calculator unless the state sets its own. A personal credit of $256 is then taken off the tax.
Local Income Taxes in Oregon
Portland-area residents may also owe the Metro and Multnomah County preschool income taxes on higher incomes.
Enter your local rate in the calculator's "Local income tax rate" box to include it. Your pay stub or your city or county tax office lists the exact rate.
Federal and Oregon Payroll Taxes
Payroll taxes are separate from income tax and work the same in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an extra 0.9% withheld on wages over $200,000.
| State program and 2026 employee rate | In the calculator |
|---|---|
| Oregon statewide transit tax (0.1%) | Included |
| Paid Leave Oregon (employee share 0.6%, wages up to $184,500) Official source | Included |
Some employers pay part or all of the employee share of paid leave premiums, so your pay stub may show a smaller amount.
Take-Home Pay by Salary in Oregon
Yearly estimates with the standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions and no local tax. Married figures assume one earner filing jointly.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Oregon tax | Take-home, single | Take-home, married |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $2,005 | $24,280 | $26,529 |
| $45,000 | $3,220 | $3,443 | $3,423 | $34,915 | $37,684 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $4,840 | $45,550 | $48,559 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $6,258 | $55,335 | $59,194 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $8,620 | $70,560 | $76,919 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $13,599 | $100,192 | $110,669 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $18,806 | $130,121 | $142,173 |
State figures are estimates; see the note at the top of this section.
A $60,000 Paycheck in Oregon, Line by Line
Single filer, paid bi-weekly (26 paychecks), standard withholding, no pre-tax deductions.
Over a year that's $45,550 take-home, with a total tax rate of 24.1%. Oregon income tax is 7.37% of gross pay.
Oregon vs. Nearby States
Yearly take-home on a $60,000 salary, single filer, no pre-tax deductions or local tax.
Oregon Paycheck FAQs
What is the Oregon state income tax rate in 2026?
Oregon rates for 2026 range from 4.75% to 9.9%, depending on taxable income and filing status.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Oregon?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Oregon takes home about $45,550 a year, or $1,751.91 per bi-weekly paycheck, with standard withholding and no pre-tax deductions.
Do I pay local income tax in Oregon?
Portland-area residents may also owe the Metro and Multnomah County preschool income taxes on higher incomes.
Does Oregon withhold any state payroll taxes?
Yes. Oregon paychecks can include Oregon statewide transit tax, Paid Leave Oregon, in addition to federal Social Security and Medicare.
Does filing status change my Oregon tax?
Yes. Oregon gives married couples filing jointly different brackets, deductions or exemptions than single filers, and filing status also changes your federal withholding.
Will my paycheck match this calculator exactly?
It should be close. The calculator estimates your yearly taxes and spreads them across your paychecks. Your employer uses your W-4, any state withholding form, your benefit elections and its payroll system, so your stub can differ by a few dollars.