Effective January 1, 2024, the U.S. Social Security Administration will increase the maximum earnings subject to the Social Security payroll tax by $8,400 (from $160,200 in 2023 to $168,600 in 2024).

Note: Additional 0.9% Medicare tax withholding on FICA wages greater than $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing jointly) in a calendar year (paid by the employee).

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration

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