US Salary Comparison Calculator
Compare two salaries side by side and see how much more take-home pay a raise really gives you — 2025, single filer, federal + FICA.
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| Salary A | Salary B | Difference | |
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| Gross | — | — | — |
| Federal tax | — | — | — |
| FICA | — | — | — |
| Take-home (year) | — | — | — |
| Take-home (month) | — | — | — |
Is a raise always worth it?
Because the US uses progressive federal tax brackets, a gross raise never translates fully into take-home pay. This tool shows the real difference in your pocket after federal income tax and FICA, so you can judge whether a higher-stress role or relocation is genuinely worth it. Note: state income tax is not included, so a move between states can change the picture further.