North Dakota Paycheck Calculator 2026
North Dakota uses three state rates, 0%, 1.95% and 2.5%, so state income tax stays small for most salaries.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,361.12
$61,389 per year · 81.9% 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
- − North Dakota state income tax
- $7.82
- Take-home pay
- $2,361.12
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 North Dakota
North Dakota uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 2% to 2.5%. 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, North Dakota subtracts a standard deduction of about $16,100 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each North Dakota paycheck.
What changes a North Dakota paycheck?
North Dakota starts its calculation from federal taxable income, so this estimate subtracts the federal standard deduction of $16,100 for single filers, $32,200 for joint filers and $24,150 for head of household before applying state rates. The first slice of taxable income, roughly $48,000 to $50,000 for a single filer, is taxed at 0%, the next slice at 1.95%, and only income above about $245,000 to $250,000 reaches 2.5%.
The bracket thresholds are indexed to inflation every year, and the exact 2026 figures published by the State Tax Commissioner may differ slightly from the amounts used here. Treat the state line as a close approximation rather than a payroll-system match.
North Dakota has no local income tax and no state disability or paid-family-leave payroll deduction. Dependents and credits are not included in the estimate.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in North Dakota
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in North Dakota. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $50,390 per year — 84% 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 |
| − North Dakota state income tax | $0 | $0 |
| Take-home pay | $50,390 | $1,938 |
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 North Dakota
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | ND tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $0 | $34,320 | $1,320 |
| $60,000 | $0 | $50,390 | $1,938 |
| $85,000 | $398 | $68,229 | $2,624 |
| $120,000 | $1,081 | $92,169 | $3,545 |
North Dakota income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $48,475 | 0% |
| $48,475 – $244,825 | 1.95% |
| Over $244,825 | 2.5% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $80,975 | 0% |
| $80,975 – $298,075 | 1.95% |
| Over $298,075 | 2.5% |
- Standard deduction: $16,100 single, $32,200 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 North Dakota tax inputs on this page are based on Tax Foundation's 2026 state income tax survey. 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 North Dakota have a state income tax?
North Dakota has a progressive state income tax (2%–2.5%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the North Dakota income tax rates?
North Dakota has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 2% to 2.5%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in North Dakota?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, North Dakota withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.