What deductions are on my paycheck?

What deductions are on my paycheck?

Pre-tax deductions: Medical and dental benefits, 401(k) retirement plans (for federal and most state income taxes) and group-term life insurance. Mandatory deductions: Federal and state income tax, FICA taxes, and wage garnishments. Post-tax deductions: Garnishments, Roth IRA retirement plans and charitable donations.

What is h125 deduction?

Section 125 is the section of the IRS tax code where the items that can be deducted from employee pay on a pre-tax basis are defined. In the context of Section 125, “pre-tax” means that a deduction is exempt from Federal Income Tax Withholding, Social Security and Medicare Taxes.

What is medical ER on my paystub?

○ Med ER – Medicare. This is the employer’s matched contribution for the Medicare health plan. ○ Retire – This is the employer’s contribution to the SD Retirement System and is pre-taxed for the employee. This is required and the payroll system automatically enrolls employees into the FIT deduction.

What is EE withhold?

The abbreviation “Fed Med/EE” most likely stands for the amount withheld from your paycheck for Medicare (the “EE” usually refers to the “employee” rather than the “employer”). Federal Medicare withholding is not deductible nor creditable on your Federal income tax return and is NOT your Federal withholding.

What is pre tax deduction example?

Examples of pre-tax deductions include: Retirement funds, like a 401(k) plan. A health insurance plan (like a health savings account or flexible spending account) that helps workers put money away for health care needs, at a tax advantaged basis.

Is voluntary life insurance pre-tax?

These benefits may include life insurance. Life insurance benefits offered by your employer may also be paid for by your employer. On top of these benefits, your employer may offer you voluntary life insurance benefits, all of which are pretax to some degree.

What does h125 mean?

Section 125 is part of the Internal Revenue Code that allows employees to convert a taxable cash benefit (salary) into non-taxable benefits. Under a Section 125 plan, you may choose to pay your medical premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent child care before any taxes are deducted from your paycheck.