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Connecticut levies a progressive state income tax with seven brackets ranging from 2% to 6.99% for the 2025 tax year. This means the more you earn, the higher the marginal rate on each additional dollar — though your effective (average) rate on middle incomes stays well below the top rate.
Starting with tax year 2024, Connecticut made its largest income tax cut in state history, reducing the two lowest brackets from 3% and 5% down to 2% and 4.5% respectively. For a single filer earning $75,000 in 2025, Connecticut's personal exemption ($15,000 for single filers, $24,000 for married filing jointly) reduces taxable income to $60,000. The tax liability works out to roughly $2,550, an effective state rate of about 3.4% on gross income.
Worked example — single filer, $75,000 salary:
- Connecticut personal exemption: −$15,000 → taxable income $60,000
- 2% on first $10,000 = $200
- 4.5% on next $40,000 ($10,001–$50,000) = $1,800
- 5.5% on remaining $10,000 ($50,001–$60,000) = $550
- Total CT state tax ≈ $2,550/year (~$98/biweekly paycheck)
Of course, federal income tax and FICA (Social Security 6.2% + Medicare 1.45%) are withheld on top of this regardless of which state you live in. Connecticut also has no local income tax. Compared to zero-income-tax states like Florida or Texas, a Connecticut resident earning $75,000 pays roughly $2,500–$3,000 more per year in state income tax alone. This calculator estimates your net take-home based on your gross salary and approximate state effective rate — consult a tax professional for precise withholding advice.
Practical example — Connecticut
A single Connecticut resident earning $75,000 in 2025 takes home approximately $53,500–$55,000 per year after federal income tax (~$10,300), Connecticut state tax (~$2,550), and FICA (~$5,738) — leaving around $4,450–$4,580 per month in net pay.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does Connecticut have a state income tax?
Yes. Connecticut has a progressive state income tax with seven brackets ranging from 2% to 6.99% for 2025. There is no flat rate — higher earners pay higher marginal rates on income above each threshold.
What are Connecticut's income tax brackets for 2025?
For single filers in 2025: 2% on the first $10,000; 4.5% on $10,001–$50,000; 5.5% on $50,001–$100,000; 6% on $100,001–$200,000; 6.5% on $200,001–$250,000; 6.9% on $250,001–$500,000; and 6.99% above $500,000. Connecticut also provides a $15,000 personal exemption for single filers that reduces taxable income before applying these rates.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Connecticut for a $75,000 salary?
For a single filer earning $75,000, Connecticut state income tax is approximately $2,550/year (about $98 per biweekly paycheck), reflecting an effective rate of roughly 3.4%. Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are additional withholdings on top of the state tax.
Does Connecticut have a local income tax?
No. Connecticut does not allow cities or municipalities to levy a local income tax. Your state income tax obligation is paid only to the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services at the state rates above — no Hartford, Stamford, or New Haven city income tax exists.
How does Connecticut's income tax compare to neighboring states?
Connecticut's top rate of 6.99% is higher than Massachusetts (5% flat) but comparable to New York (up to 10.9% including NYC surcharge) and New Jersey (up to 10.75%). At middle incomes around $75,000, Connecticut's effective rate of ~3.4% is competitive, especially after the 2024 tax cuts that lowered the bottom two brackets to 2% and 4.5%.