Minnesota take-home pay at a glance
At $75,000, Minnesota ranks #46 of the 50 states and DC for take-home pay, where #1 keeps the most. With no pre-tax deductions, your total tax rate there is about 22.6%, including Social Security and Medicare. A married couple earning $120,000 with two children takes home about $100,528 a year.
| Salary | State tax | Take-home | Per check |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $1,877 | $40,478 | $1,557 |
| $75,000 | $3,577 | $58,016 | $2,231 |
| $100,000 | $5,277 | $73,903 | $2,842 |
| $150,000 | $8,942 | $104,849 | $4,033 |
Federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare are the same in every state. At $75,000 they come to $7,670 and $5,738 a year. Examples assume a single filer paid every two weeks, with the standard deduction and no 401(k), health premiums, or local taxes. "Per check" is one of 26 biweekly paychecks. Use the calculator above for your own numbers.
Minnesota income tax brackets (2026)
Minnesota has a progressive income tax with 4 brackets in 2026, from 5.35% up to 9.85%. The top rate starts at $203,150 of taxable income for single filers. Minnesota offers a standard deduction of $15,300 for single filers ($30,600 for married couples) and a dependent exemption of $5,300 per dependent.
| Rate | Taxable income (single) |
|---|---|
| 5.35% | $0 – $33,310 |
| 6.8% | $33,311 – $109,430 |
| 7.85% | $109,431 – $203,150 |
| 9.85% | $203,151 and up |
| Rate | Taxable income (married filing jointly) |
|---|---|
| 5.35% | $0 – $48,700 |
| 6.8% | $48,701 – $193,480 |
| 7.85% | $193,481 – $337,930 |
| 9.85% | $337,931 and up |
Head of household filers use the single brackets in this calculator, so results are approximate for that status. Source: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026.
Things that change a Minnesota paycheck
- State payroll deduction: Minnesota also withholds a small amount for paid family and medical leave. It isn't included in this estimate, so your check may be slightly smaller.
Minnesota vs. neighboring states
| State | State tax at $75,000 | Take-home at $75,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $3,577 | $58,016 |
| North Dakota | $203 | $61,389 |
| South Dakota | $0 | $61,592 |
| Iowa | $2,198 | $59,394 |
| Wisconsin | $2,594 | $58,998 |
Frequently asked questions
Does Minnesota have a state income tax?
Yes. Minnesota taxes income at rates from 5.35% to 9.85% in 2026.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Minnesota?
About $58,016 a year, or $4,835 a month, for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions. That's after $7,670 of federal income tax, $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare, and $3,577 of Minnesota taxes.
Does Minnesota tax 401(k) contributions?
No. Like most states, Minnesota lets traditional 401(k) contributions lower your state taxable income, as well as your federal income tax.
What is the sales tax in Minnesota?
The statewide rate is 6.88%, and local taxes add 1.26% on average for a combined 8.14%. Rates as of July 1, 2026.