Oregon Paycheck Calculator
Detailed paycheck estimator for workers in **Oregon** (OR). Uses updated 2026 federal withholdings, FICA tax limits, and state-specific tax brackets.
Estimate Take-Home Income in OR
Progressive State TaxCalculator Inputs
Calculation Result
How much tax comes out of a paycheck in Oregon?
Oregon has no state sales tax but taxes income progressively up to 9.90%, so a W-2 single filer earning $75,000 takes home about $55,603.50 a year.
W-2 tax structure in Oregon
Oregon's progressive income tax uses four brackets: 4.75%, 6.75%, 8.75%, and 9.90%. The top bracket applies to taxable income over $125,000 for single filers after standard deductions.
Worked payroll example (gross $75,000 salary)
| Withholding Category | Annual Deduction |
|---|---|
| Gross Pay | $75,000.00 |
| Federal Income Tax | -$7,670.00 |
| FICA Tax (Social Security & Medicare) | -$5,737.50 |
| State Income Tax | -$5,989.00 |
| Net Take-Home Pay | $55,603.50 |
What makes Oregon W-2 taxation different?
Oregon is one of only five states with no state sales tax, which shifts its revenue generation onto progressive income taxes. The median household income is $85,220 according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Relocating from or to Oregon?
Comparing Oregon to Washington, Oregon has no sales tax but progressive income taxes, whereas Washington has no W-2 income tax but a high state sales tax rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oregon really have no sales tax at all?
Correct. Oregon is one of five states with no state or local general sales tax, which is why its income tax rates run higher.
Does Portland have a separate city income tax?
Portland-area residents may owe additional regional taxes (like transit or supportive housing taxes) that function similarly to local wage withholding.
What is the median household income in Oregon?
According to the 2024 U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates, the median household income in Oregon is $85,220.
Is Oregon's cost of living high?
Yes. Oregon stands at 112.8 on the MERIC index, driven by metropolitan housing costs (housing sub-index of 127.4).
- Federal baseline calculations: IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-32.
- FICA caps and limits: Social Security Administration (2026).
- State tax rates: Tax Foundation Individual Income Tax Rates (2026).
- Median household income: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2024).
- Cost of Living Index: MERIC Cost of Living Data Series (2025).
Plan your Oregon Budget: The Paycheck Split™
The Paycheck Split™
Divide your take-home pay to plan your budget (Essentials, Lifestyle, Financial Goals).