The amount of taxes deducted from a paycheck in Georgia includes federal income tax, state income tax, and FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare).
- Georgia has a flat state income tax rate of 5.19% (updated for 2025), which is deducted from wages after applying standard and dependent exemptions.
- Federal income tax depends on individual W-4 information and tax brackets.
- FICA taxes are deducted at 7.65% overall: 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare.
- There are no local income taxes in Georgia.
- Pre-tax contributions to accounts like 401(k), health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts can lower taxable income and reduce taxes withheld.
- The specific deduction depends on your gross pay, filing status, exemptions, and any additional pre-tax deductions.
For example, on an average paycheck, about 12.39% total may be deducted for taxes including federal, state (around 5.19% now), and FICA, but the exact percentage depends on individual circumstances.
