Net-To-Gross Pay Calculator
Reverse-calculates the gross pay required to deliver a specific net pay amount
Gross pay needed to achieve desired net
Federal withholding on gross pay
State withholding on gross pay
6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare
Gross minus all taxes should equal desired net
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would I need to gross up pay?
Grossing up is common when an employer wants to give an employee a specific net amount (like a $5,000 net bonus or relocation payment). The gross-up calculation determines the larger gross amount needed so that after taxes, the employee receives exactly the target net.
How do I calculate gross from net?
Divide the desired net pay by (1 - total tax rate). If you want $5,000 net with a 30% combined tax rate: $5,000 / (1 - 0.30) = $7,142.86 gross. The $2,142.86 difference covers taxes.
Does gross-up include FICA?
Yes. Include FICA (7.65%) along with federal and state tax rates in your gross-up calculation. The formula is: Gross = Net / (1 - Federal Rate - State Rate - 0.0765). Omitting FICA will result in the employee receiving less than intended.
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