New Jersey Paycheck Calculator 2026
State
New Jersey (NJ)
Tax Type
Progressive Tax
State Tax Rate
1.40% to 10.75%
New Jersey State Income Tax Overview
New Jersey uses a progressive state income tax system with rates ranging from 1.40% to 10.75%. Higher earners pay a greater percentage on income above each bracket threshold.
How New Jersey Taxes Work in 2026
New Jersey uses a progressive income tax system with 7 tax brackets. Rates range from 1.40% to 10.75% for single filers. Under a progressive system, only the income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate. The New Jersey state income tax brackets for single filers are: 1.40% on income from $0 to $20,000; 1.75% on income from $20,000 to $35,000; 3.50% on income from $35,000 to $40,000; 5.53% on income from $40,000 to $75,000; 6.37% on income from $75,000 to $500,000; 8.97% on income from $500,000 to $5,000,001; 10.75% on income over $5,000,001.
New Jersey Income Tax Brackets 2026 (Single Filers)
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 - $20,000 | 1.40% |
| $20,000 - $35,000 | 1.75% |
| $35,000 - $40,000 | 3.50% |
| $40,000 - $75,000 | 5.53% |
| $75,000 - $500,000 | 6.37% |
| $500,000 - $5,000,001 | 8.97% |
| Over $5,000,001 | 10.75% |