Tax Tip #274

In 2026, individual taxable earnings up to $184,500 will be subject to Social Security tax, an increase of $8,400 from 2025. 

As a result, employees earning this amount or more will pay an additional $521 into Social Security compared to 2024. 

Employers will also contribute the same amount. Self-employed individuals with net income at or above this level in 2025 will pay $1,042 more.

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