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Net Pay Definition

Net pay, or take-home pay, is the amount an employee receives after taxes and deductions are subtracted from their gross wages.

Net Pay Extended Definition
Also known as “net wages,” “net income,” or “take-home pay,” net pay is the amount that remains after subtracting taxes and deductions from an individual’s gross income.

These taxes and deductions include:

Federal income tax
Medicare and Social Security taxes
State and local income taxes
Health and dental insurance premiums
Retirement contributions
Contributions to flexible spending accounts

The remaining money, or net pay, is used by an employee to pay general living expenses, including housing, food, and discretionary items.

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Rachel Blakely-Gray | Apr 28, 2023

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