California bonus tax withholding
Employers in California typically withhold bonuses at the supplemental rate of 10.23%. The table below shows estimated take-home amounts for common bonus sizes.
Supplemental rate vs. aggregate method
California recognizes the supplemental method for bonuses. Employers may also fold bonuses into regular wages (aggregate method), which can push part of the bonus into higher marginal brackets.
Bonus withholding examples
| Bonus amount | Single filer net | Married filer net |
|---|---|---|
| $$1.000,00 | $$601.20 | $$601.20 |
| $$5.000,00 | $$3,006.00 | $$3,006.00 |
| $$10.000,00 | $$6,012.00 | $$6,012.00 |