Personal Finance
How much should an S-Corp owner pay themselves?
Quick Answer
S-Corp owners must take reasonable W-2 compensation for services performed before taking distributions. Industry guideline: 30–60% of net profit, benchmarked to comparable salaries. Distributions above that avoid the 15.3% SE tax.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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