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Hello, Pocket Flow — Why We Built a Better Paycheck Calculator

• Pocket Flow Team • 4 min read

We built Pocket Flow because paycheck math is confusing, the stakes are high, and most calculators either oversimplify or overpromise. Our goal is simple: accurate, transparent, and privacy-first take-home pay estimates you can trust.

Quick Take-Home Estimate

See what you'll actually take home

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Estimated Take-Home$3,567.50
Gross Pay:$5,000.00
Federal Tax:-$750.00
FICA (SS + Medicare):-$382.50
State Tax (CA):-$300.00

⚠️ This is a simplified estimate. Get an exact calculation with deductions, credits, and more.

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No credit card • IRS Publication 15-T • All 50 states

What makes Pocket Flow different

Where we’re headed

We’re focused on planning tools that answer real questions: “What if I increase my 401(k)?”, “Is this new job offer better after taxes?”, “Is overtime worth it this week?”.

If you want to follow along, check out our home page and try the demo calculator. We'd love your feedback.

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