What Is Included In A Basic Paycheck [Infographic]
What are the most basic components of a paycheck? This graphic explains them all.
![What Is Included In A Basic Paycheck [Infographic]](https://images.prismic.io/symmetry/b06ade34-816e-4c4f-a954-d9cdff81fa37_paystub281.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&w=422&h=281)
While each employee paycheck is truly unique to him or her (things like marital status, and various deductions are always included) there are some aspects employers must include by law. Check out the infographic below to learn more about what should be included on every pay stub. It's important to note certain states have local taxes while others do not.

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