How Nebraska taxes your paycheck
Nebraska has a graduated income tax in 2026: rates go from 2.46% to 4.55% as taxable income rises.
The standard deduction is $8,850 ($17,700 if married filing jointly).
A personal credit of $176 per person and $176 per dependent comes off the tax.
Nebraska take-home pay by salary (2026)
Single filer, paid biweekly, no 401(k) or other deductions.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Nebraska tax | Biweekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $54.62 | $88.27 | $20.12 | $990.84 | $25,762 |
| $40,000 | $100.77 | $117.69 | $36.17 | $1,283.83 | $33,380 |
| $50,000 | $146.92 | $147.11 | $53.67 | $1,575.38 | $40,960 |
| $60,000 | $193.08 | $176.54 | $71.17 | $1,866.90 | $48,539 |
| $70,000 | $252.69 | $205.96 | $88.67 | $2,144.99 | $55,770 |
| $75,000 | $295.00 | $220.68 | $97.42 | $2,271.52 | $59,060 |
| $80,000 | $337.31 | $235.39 | $106.17 | $2,398.05 | $62,349 |
| $90,000 | $421.92 | $264.81 | $123.67 | $2,651.14 | $68,930 |
| $100,000 | $506.54 | $294.23 | $141.17 | $2,904.21 | $75,509 |
| $120,000 | $675.77 | $353.07 | $176.17 | $3,410.37 | $88,670 |
| $150,000 | $951.31 | $441.34 | $228.67 | $4,147.91 | $107,846 |
| $200,000 | $1,412.85 | $551.50 | $316.17 | $5,411.79 | $140,707 |
Nebraska income tax brackets (2026)
Rates apply to taxable income, after the deductions and exemptions above.
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 2.46% | $0 – $4,130 | $0 – $8,250 |
| 3.51% | $4,130 – $24,760 | $8,250 – $49,530 |
| 4.55% | $24,760+ | $49,530+ |
Sources
- Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of January 1, 2026)
- IRS Publication 15-T (2026), Worksheet 1A and Annual Percentage Method tables, p. 10-12
- IRS Publication 15 (2026), What's New, and section 15 (Additional Medicare Tax)
Rates checked November 3, 2026. State tax is the yearly Nebraska tax spread over your paychecks; your employer's withholding tables can differ a little. This is an estimate, not tax advice. How the federal part works: paycheck calculator.
Nebraska paycheck questions
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Nebraska?
For a single filer paid every two weeks, $60,000 a year in Nebraska is about $1,866.90 per paycheck, or $48,539 a year. Each check has $193.08 federal income tax, $176.54 Social Security and Medicare and $71.17 Nebraska income tax withheld, before 401(k) or health insurance.
What is the Nebraska income tax rate for 2026?
Nebraska income tax rates for 2026 range from 2.46% to 4.55%. Your rate depends on your taxable income and filing status; see the bracket table on this page.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Nebraska?
Full time (40 hours a week, $52,000 a year), $25 an hour in Nebraska comes to about $1,633.68 every two weeks, or $20.42 an hour after taxes, for a single filer.