Kentucky Payroll Withholding
Effective January 1, 2026

Withholding rate: 3.50% Standard deduction: $3,360.00

Note(s):

  • All amounts are annual unless otherwise noted
Additional payroll withholding resources:
Kentucky withholding effective January 1, 2025
Federal withholding tax table
Paycheck Calculator
Paycheck Withholding Changes
Withholding Tax Primer
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