Oregon Paycheck Calculator
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Official Sources & References
This calculator uses data from the following authoritative sources. All tax rates, brackets, and thresholds are verified against official government publications:
- Oregon Dept. of Revenue
- IRS Tax Brackets 2025
- IRS W-4 Tax Withholding Estimator
- SSA 2025 Wage Base Limit
- US Dept. of Labor - Minimum Wage
- IRS Publication 15 (Employer's Tax Guide)
This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional or the IRS for guidance specific to your situation.
Oregon State Income Tax Rates (2025)
Oregon has a top income tax rate of 9.9%, one of the highest in the US. Many Oregon residents who live near the border commute to work in Washington State (no income tax) to reduce their overall tax burden.
| Taxable Income | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0–$4,050 | 4.75% |
| $4,051–$10,200 | 6.75% |
| $10,201–$125,000 | 8.75% |
| Over $125,000 | 9.9% |
The minimum wage in Oregon is $14.70/hr as of 2025. Oregon's minimum wage exceeds the federal minimum of $7.25/hr.
How to Calculate Your Oregon Paycheck
Your Oregon take-home pay is your gross pay minus the following deductions:
This calculator also serves as a Oregon payroll calculator, Oregon salary calculator, Oregon income calculator, and Oregon take home pay calculator. Whether you search for "OR paycheck calculator" or "oregon wage calculator," this tool gives you accurate 2025 results.
- Federal Income Tax — based on 2025 IRS brackets and your filing status (10%–37%)
- Social Security — 6.2% of wages up to $176,100 (2025 wage base)
- Medicare — 1.45% of all wages (plus 0.9% surtax on earnings over $200,000)
- Oregon State Income Tax — calculated using Oregon's 2025 tax brackets (top rate 9.9%)
- Pre-tax deductions — 401(k), HSA, health insurance premiums reduce your taxable income
Oregon Paycheck Quick Facts (2025)
| State Income Tax | Progressive — 9.9% (4 brackets) |
| Minimum Wage | $14.70 |
| Median Household Income | $76,362 |
| Cost of Living Index | 110.1 (US avg = 100) |
| Local Taxes | Portland Metro Supportive Housing Tax (1% on income > $125k); Multnomah County Preschool (1.5–3%) |
| Pay Frequency Law | Monthly required |
What Makes Oregon Paychecks Unique
Oregon uses a progressive system with a top rate of 9.9% across 4 brackets. With a median household income of $76,362 and a cost of living index of 110.1 (where 100 is the national average), your paycheck's purchasing power is below the national average due to higher costs.
- Oregon has no state sales tax, but its top income tax rate of 9.9% is among the highest in the nation.
- Oregon's Statewide Transit Tax adds 0.1% to all wages (no cap), and the Paid Leave Oregon program deducts an additional 0.6%.
- Oregon deducts federal income taxes paid when calculating your state tax, providing significant savings for higher earners.