Nebraska Paycheck Calculator
Nebraska taxes income at 2.46%, 3.51% and 4.55% after an $8,850 standard deduction ($17,700 married).
Nebraska taxes income at three rates from 2.46% to 4.55%, after an $8,850 standard deduction for single filers. Enter your gross pay above — this calculator applies the 2026 Nebraska brackets, plus 2026 federal tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%).
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| Deduction | Per paycheck |
|---|---|
| Gross pay | $0.00 |
| Federal income tax | $0.00 |
| State tax | $0.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $0.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $0.00 |
| Pre-tax deductions (401k + health) | $0.00 |
| Total deductions | $0.00 |
| Take-home pay | $0.00 |
Nebraska income tax brackets 2026 (single filer)
| Rate | Taxable income (single filer, 2026) |
|---|---|
| 2.46% | $0 – $4,130 |
| 3.51% | $4,130 – $24,760 |
| 4.55% | Over $24,760 |
Married filing jointly brackets are roughly double the single thresholds. Rates apply to taxable income (after the state standard deduction or exemption). Local income taxes — New York City tax, Philadelphia wage tax, Ohio city taxes — are not included.
How much will I take home in Nebraska?
It depends on your salary, pay frequency and filing status. Use the calculator above with your own numbers. As a rule of thumb, Nebraska has nebraska taxes income at 2.46%, 3.51% and 4.55% after an $8,850 standard deduction ($17,700 married). — compare it with a no-tax state like Texas or Florida using the links below.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Nebraska tax brackets for 2026?
For single filers: 2.46% to $4,130, 3.51% to $24,760 and 4.55% above $24,760. Married filing jointly thresholds are wider — see the table above.
What is the Nebraska standard deduction for 2026?
This calculator uses a standard deduction of $8,850 for single filers and $17,700 for married filing jointly. That amount is subtracted before the brackets are applied.
Did Nebraska cut its tax rate for 2026?
Yes. Nebraska's top rate fell to 4.55% for 2026 as part of a phasedown that began at 6.84% in 2022. Further cuts are scheduled if revenue targets are met.
How much will I take home in Nebraska on $60,000 a year?
A single filer paid biweekly on $60,000 takes home about $1,860.14 per paycheck: $2,307.69 gross, less $193.08 federal tax, $77.94 Nebraska state tax, $143.08 Social Security and $33.46 Medicare.