The amount that can be taken from your pay for wage garnishment depends on several factors, including the type of debt and the state in which you live. Under federal law, wage garnishment is limited to 25% of your disposable income or the amount by which your weekly disposable income exceeds 30 times the federal minimum wage, whichever is less. Disposable income is the amount of your income that remains after deductions for taxes and other legally required withholdings. However, some states have their own laws that provide additional protections for employees. For example, in Michigan, wage garnishment is limited to 25% of your disposable earnings or the amount by which your disposable earnings exceed 40 times the state minimum wage, whichever is less. It's important to note that certain types of debt, such as child support or federal student loans, may have different rules and may allow for a higher percentage to be garnished.
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