Colorado State Tax Calculator 2026

Estimate your Colorado state income tax and take-home pay for tax year 2026.

Last updated: November 2025 · Source

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Colorado 2026 tax overview

Statutory flat 4.4% (TABOR may reduce to 4.25% in surplus years). Uses federal taxable income.

Total Tax
$16,708
Federal + State + FICA
Take-Home Pay
$58,293
77.7% of gross

Breakdown

Gross Income$75,000
Federal Income Tax$7,670
Colorado State Income Tax$3,300
Social Security + Medicare (FICA)$5,738
Take-Home$58,293

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 2026 Colorado income tax rates?

Colorado has a flat 4.40% rate on taxable income. Statutory flat 4.4% (TABOR may reduce to 4.25% in surplus years). Uses federal taxable income.

What is the 2026 Colorado standard deduction?

Colorado conforms to the federal standard deduction ($16,100 single, $32,200 MFJ for 2026 per Rev. Proc. 2025-32).

Does Colorado tax Social Security benefits?

Tax treatment of Social Security varies by state. Colorado's rules can change year-to-year, check the Colorado Department of Revenue for the most current guidance.

What is the difference between federal and Colorado state income tax?

Federal tax is collected by the IRS at uniform rates nationwide (10%-37%). Colorado state tax is separate, with its own brackets and rules. Total income tax burden = federal + state combined.