What is FICA Medicare?

TaxWarren TeamPublished April 25, 2026

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FICA Medicare is the part of payroll tax funding Medicare, 1.45% on all wages, with no income cap. An additional 0.9% applies to wages above $200,000 single / $250,000 married filing jointly.

Medicare tax rates by income tier.

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