What would you actually take home?
Platforms don't withhold tax. Turn an hourly rate into weekly, monthly and yearly pay, see what to set aside, and find out when the first payment lands.
Your federal income tax bracket
For 2026, a single filer's taxable income up to $50,400 falls in the 10% and 12% brackets (IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32). Not sure? Leave it at 12%.
When does the first payment land?
Weekly. Each Wednesday around noon Pacific, Mercor pays the prior work week (Saturday to Friday). Stripe holds your very first payout 7 days, and standard Stripe transfers reach your bank within up to 5 business days.
Source: Mercor talent docs: payments