North Carolina Paycheck Calculator 2026
State
North Carolina (NC)
Tax Type
Flat Rate Tax
State Tax Rate
Flat 4.50%
North Carolina State Income Tax Overview
North Carolina imposes a flat state income tax rate of 4.50% on all taxable income. This means every dollar of your taxable income is taxed at the same rate, regardless of how much you earn.
How North Carolina Taxes Work in 2026
North Carolina levies a flat state income tax rate of 4.50% on all taxable income. A flat tax means every taxpayer pays the same percentage, regardless of income level, which simplifies tax filing. North Carolina offers a standard deduction of $12,750 for single filers and $25,500 for married filing jointly. This deduction reduces your taxable income before the 4.50% rate is applied. In addition to the 4.50% state income tax, North Carolina residents also pay federal income tax (10% to 37% based on income) and FICA taxes (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare).
North Carolina Flat Tax Rate
North Carolina applies a flat income tax rate of 4.50% on all taxable income, regardless of filing status or income level.
Standard deduction: $12,750 (single) / $25,500 (married filing jointly)