California Pay Stub Generator & 2026 Tax Rules
Create a pay stub for real wages paid in California. Preview it free, compare the estimated deductions with your payroll records, and download a clean PDF for $7.99. Contractor payments are recorded separately from employee wages.
California Withholding Specifications (2026)
Type: GRADUATEDApp Rate Summary:
2026 EDD California withholding schedules.
2026 Graduated Tax Brackets (Single):
| Taxable Income Bracket | Marginal Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $10,756 | 1.10% |
| Up to $25,499 | 2.20% |
| Up to $40,245 | 4.40% |
| Up to $55,866 | 6.60% |
| Up to $70,606 | 8.80% |
| Up to $360,659 | 9.30% |
| Up to $432,787 | 10.30% |
| Up to $721,314 | 11.30% |
| Over previous ceiling | 12.30% |
Sample Payroll Calculation: $2,000 Biweekly ($52,000/yr Single)
Illustration only: 26 equal pay periods, single filing status, no W-4 adjustments, local taxes, benefits, or other deductions. Social Security and Medicare are included in net pay. Verify actual payroll amounts before generating a record.
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California pay stub questions
Does California have a state income tax on wages in 2026?
Yes. California uses a graduated (bracket) income tax: 2026 EDD California withholding schedules.
How much is taken out of a $2,000 biweekly paycheck in California?
For the app’s simplified single-filer example, EZStub estimates $156.15 federal income tax, $124.00 Social Security, $29.00 Medicare and $57.76 California state tax, for take-home pay of about $1,633.09. This estimate excludes local taxes, additional payroll deductions, and employee-specific W-4 adjustments. Actual withholding can differ.
How do I make a pay stub in California?
Enter the employer and employee details, the pay period and the gross pay that was actually paid. EZStub estimates 2026 federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare and California state tax, shows a free preview, and creates a PDF for $7.99.
Where do the California figures come from?
The app’s rate data cites https://edd.ca.gov/en/payroll_taxes/rates_and_withholding and records 2026-01-10 as its source-check date. This date is not a new verification of the page. Confirm current withholding instructions with the relevant state agency.
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