Nebraska Paycheck Calculator 2026
Nebraska has three brackets and a top rate of 4.55% in 2026. It gives each filer a small tax credit instead of a personal exemption deduction.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,271.52
$59,060 per year · 78.7% of gross
Deduction breakdown (per paycheck)
- Gross pay
- $2,884.62
- − Federal income tax
- $295.00
- − Social Security (FICA)
- $178.85
- − Medicare (FICA)
- $41.83
- − Nebraska state income tax
- $97.42
- Take-home pay
- $2,271.52
Estimate for 2026 using the rules on our methodology page. It is not tax advice; your employer's withholding and your return can differ.
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Create a pay stub from these numbersHow taxes work in Nebraska
Nebraska uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 2.5% to 4.6%. As with the federal system, only the portion of your income that falls inside each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Before the brackets apply, Nebraska subtracts a standard deduction of about $8,850 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each Nebraska paycheck.
What changes a Nebraska paycheck?
The 2026 rates are 2.46%, 3.51%, and 4.55%. On the Department of Revenue's draft 2026 tax table, a single filer moves to 3.51% above $4,130 and to 4.55% above $24,760, while joint filers make those steps at $8,250 and $49,530.
Head-of-household brackets are their own set of breakpoints, about $7,700 and $39,620. The standard deduction is $8,850 single and $17,700 joint; the $12,950 head-of-household figure is an estimate pending official confirmation.
Each person also gets a $176 personal exemption credit, which reduces the tax due dollar for dollar. Nebraska cities do not tax wages, and this estimate leaves out dependent credits and the credit phase-out at high income.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Nebraska
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Nebraska. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $48,540 per year — 80.9% of gross. Adjust the calculator above for your own numbers.
| Line item | Per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $60,000 | $2,308 |
| − Federal income tax | $5,020 | $193 |
| − Social Security (FICA) | $3,720 | $143 |
| − Medicare (FICA) | $870 | $33 |
| − Nebraska state income tax | $1,850 | $71 |
| Take-home pay | $48,540 | $1,867 |
Estimate for a single filer, 2026 tax year, no pre-tax deductions. Figures are rounded. See our methodology for assumptions.
Take-home pay at other salaries in Nebraska
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | NE tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $940 | $33,380 | $1,284 |
| $60,000 | $1,850 | $48,540 | $1,867 |
| $85,000 | $2,988 | $65,640 | $2,525 |
| $120,000 | $4,580 | $88,670 | $3,410 |
Nebraska income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $4,130 | 2.46% |
| $4,130 – $24,760 | 3.51% |
| Over $24,760 | 4.55% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $8,250 | 2.46% |
| $8,250 – $49,530 | 3.51% |
| Over $49,530 | 4.55% |
- Standard deduction: $8,850 single, $17,700 married filing jointly.
- Personal credit: $176 single, $352 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Nebraska tax inputs on this page are based on Nebraska tax source. The estimate covers federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. It does not include local taxes, state disability or unemployment withholding, tax credits, pre-tax benefits, or employer-specific deductions.
Review the full calculation methodology and tax sources.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Nebraska have a state income tax?
Nebraska has a progressive state income tax (2.5%–4.6%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the Nebraska income tax rates?
Nebraska has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 2.5% to 4.6%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Nebraska?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Nebraska withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.