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S-Corp Salary Planner
Estimate your reasonable salary, track quarterly payroll, and plan smarter distributions, all in one interactive tool. (No spreadsheets needed!)
Take the Guesswork Out of Paying Yourself as an S-Corp Owner
Use this free interactive S-Corp Salary Planner to calculate a reasonable salary based on real numbers, not rough estimates. Whether you're just forming your S-Corp or reviewing payroll for compliance, this tool helps you balance salary, distributions, and taxes with clarity.
How to Use This Tool
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Enter Your Financials: Start by entering your prior year revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and operating expenses (excluding owner's salary). These numbers help calculate your net profit.
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Input Shareholder Details: Add the number of shareholder-employees (usually 1 or 2), and how much salary each was actually paid last year.
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Adjust Your Salary Range: Use the salary range sliders to test different “reasonable compensation” scenarios, typically 30%–50% of net profit.
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Review the Results: The calculator will show your net profit, recommended salary range, payroll tax estimates, and remaining profit. It also highlights any salary gap, so you can plan ahead or adjust payroll if needed.
Want help reviewing your numbers? Book a 15-min S-Corp salary check-in with KB2.