How North Dakota taxes your paycheck
North Dakota has a graduated income tax in 2026: rates go from 1.95% to 2.5% as taxable income rises.
It starts from federal taxable income, so the federal standard deduction applies: $16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly.
North Dakota take-home pay by salary (2026)
Single filer, paid biweekly, no 401(k) or other deductions.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | North Dakota tax | Biweekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $54.62 | $88.27 | $0.00 | $1,010.96 | $26,285 |
| $40,000 | $100.77 | $117.69 | $0.00 | $1,320.00 | $34,320 |
| $50,000 | $146.92 | $147.11 | $0.00 | $1,629.05 | $42,355 |
| $60,000 | $193.08 | $176.54 | $0.00 | $1,938.07 | $50,390 |
| $70,000 | $252.69 | $205.96 | $4.07 | $2,229.59 | $57,969 |
| $75,000 | $295.00 | $220.68 | $7.82 | $2,361.12 | $61,389 |
| $80,000 | $337.31 | $235.39 | $11.57 | $2,492.65 | $64,809 |
| $90,000 | $421.92 | $264.81 | $19.07 | $2,755.74 | $71,649 |
| $100,000 | $506.54 | $294.23 | $26.57 | $3,018.81 | $78,489 |
| $120,000 | $675.77 | $353.07 | $41.57 | $3,544.97 | $92,169 |
| $150,000 | $951.31 | $441.34 | $64.07 | $4,312.51 | $112,125 |
| $200,000 | $1,412.85 | $551.50 | $101.57 | $5,626.39 | $146,286 |
North Dakota income tax brackets (2026)
Rates apply to taxable income, after the deductions and exemptions above.
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | $0 – $48,475 | $0 – $80,975 |
| 1.95% | $48,475 – $244,825 | $80,975 – $298,075 |
| 2.5% | $244,825+ | $298,075+ |
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 North Dakota 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.
North Dakota paycheck questions
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in North Dakota?
For a single filer paid every two weeks, $60,000 a year in North Dakota is about $1,938.07 per paycheck, or $50,390 a year. Each check has $193.08 federal income tax, $176.54 Social Security and Medicare withheld, before 401(k) or health insurance.
What is the North Dakota income tax rate for 2026?
North Dakota income tax rates for 2026 range from 1.95% to 2.5%. 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 North Dakota?
Full time (40 hours a week, $52,000 a year), $25 an hour in North Dakota comes to about $1,690.85 every two weeks, or $21.14 an hour after taxes, for a single filer.