Delaware Bonus Tax Calculator (2026)
Delaware has no flat bonus rate: the bonus is withheld with your regular pay. Here's an estimate of what you'll take home.
Delaware rules for bonuses
Regular withholding (aggregate method).
- Paid with regular wages: one payment
- Paid separately: annualize regular wages, compute tax; annualize regular + supplemental, compute tax; withhold the difference (de-annualized)
Local taxes: City of Wilmington wage tax 1.25% (residents and nonresidents working in the city; unconfirmed)
Take-home bonus by amount
| Bonus | Federal (22%) | FICA | State | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $220 | $77 | $70 | $634 |
| $2,500 | $550 | $191 | $175 | $1,584 |
| $5,000 | $1,100 | $383 | $350 | $3,168 |
| $10,000 | $2,200 | $765 | $700 | $6,335 |
| $20,000 | $4,400 | $1,530 | $1,400 | $12,670 |
| $50,000 | $11,000 | $3,825 | $3,500 | $31,675 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bonus tax rate in Delaware?
Delaware has no separate flat rate for bonuses: employers add the bonus to regular wages and use the normal withholding formula. For a $85,000 salary that works out to roughly 6.6% on the bonus.
How much of a $10,000 bonus do I keep in Delaware?
About $6,335 for a single filer earning $85,000: $2,200 federal, $765 Social Security and Medicare and $700 state.
Will I get some of the bonus tax back?
Possibly. The 22% federal rate is only withholding. At tax time your bonus is taxed at your bracket (22% at this salary).