What percent of a person's paycheck is taken out for taxes in Massachusetts?

Question

I'm 15 and I live in Massachusetts. I'm about to start working at Stop & Shop and I'll get 8 dollars an hour. How much will I get an hour after tax is taken out?

Answer 1

The state tax rate is 5.3%, also have to factor in federal taxes and social security taxes,

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Answer 2

It should be no more than 20% considering how much you will be making.  So, your paycheck should reflect about $6.40 an hour.