California Paycheck Calculator 2026
State
California (CA)
Tax Type
Progressive Tax
State Tax Rate
1.00% to 13.30%
California State Income Tax Overview
California uses a progressive state income tax system with rates ranging from 1.00% to 13.30%. Higher earners pay a greater percentage on income above each bracket threshold.
How California Taxes Work in 2026
California uses a progressive income tax system with 9 tax brackets. Rates range from 1.00% to 13.30% for single filers. Under a progressive system, only the income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate. The California state income tax brackets for single filers are: 1.00% on income from $0 to $10,412; 2.00% on income from $10,412 to $24,882; 4.00% on income from $24,882 to $38,959; 6.00% on income from $38,959 to $54,081; 8.00% on income from $54,081 to $68,020; 9.30% on income from $68,020 to $354,411; 10.30% on income from $354,411 to $590,735; 11.30% on income from $590,735 to $1,000,000; 13.30% on income over $1,000,000.
California Income Tax Brackets 2026 (Single Filers)
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $10,412 | 1.00% |
| $10,412 - $24,882 | 2.00% |
| $24,882 - $38,959 | 4.00% |
| $38,959 - $54,081 | 6.00% |
| $54,081 - $68,020 | 8.00% |
| $68,020 - $354,411 | 9.30% |
| $354,411 - $590,735 | 10.30% |
| $590,735 - $1,000,000 | 11.30% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 13.30% |