Every time you glance at your paycheck, you might notice a chunk of money disappearing before it even hits your bank account.

Are you confused or confounded about the money taken out of your paycheck every week? Wondering what Social Security and Medicare taxes have to do with you? Here’s what to know about U.S. federal ...

CreditNinja reports that in 2025, 29%-33% of taxes are withheld from paychecks, varying by location and income.

Compensation is generally subject to federal income tax and FICA tax when compensation is actually paid to an employee. However, nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) may be subject to FICA ...