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Roth IRA tip: Based on your income, you could contribute up to $0 to a Roth IRA this year. That's 0% of your gross income — invested at 16, it could grow to $0 by retirement.
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What Each Deduction Actually Is
Federal Income Tax Goes to the federal government. Rate depends on your income bracket. Students often get some back at tax time.
State Income Tax Goes to your state government. Maryland rate is 5.75%. Some states like Florida and Texas have none.
Social Security (6.2%) Funds retirement benefits for older Americans. You'll receive this when you retire — assuming the program still exists.
Medicare (1.45%) Funds healthcare for Americans 65+. Same deal — you pay in now, use it when you're older.
FICA Total (7.65%) Social Security + Medicare combined. Your employer also pays 7.65% on your behalf — so it costs 15.3% total.