Nebraska Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Nebraska after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax from 2.46% to 4.55%.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Nebraska's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Nebraska income tax in 2026
Nebraska has state income tax from 2.46% to 4.55% across 3 brackets. The state standard deduction is $8,850 for single filers and $17,700 for married couples filing jointly. Each filer also receives a personal credit of $176 ($352 for a couple) taken off the tax itself.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2.46% | $0 | $0 |
| 3.51% | $4,130 | $8,250 |
| 4.55% | $24,760 | $49,530 |
Take-home pay in Nebraska by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | NE tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $940 | $33,380 | $2,782 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,850 | $48,540 | $4,045 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,760 | $62,350 | $5,196 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,670 | $75,510 | $6,292 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,945 | $107,846 | $8,987 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Nebraska
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 5.5% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 1.48% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 6.98% | 27 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 1.44% | 6 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $5,760 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Nebraska with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Nebraska the figures are $2,533 and $59,060, which ranks 24 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Nebraska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $2,592 | $59,001 | −$59 |
| Iowa | $2,198 | $59,394 | +$335 |
| Kansas | $3,385 | $58,207 | −$852 |
| Missouri | $2,588 | $59,005 | −$55 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,533 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,533 |
Federal taxes on a Nebraska paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- A separate head of household table: Nebraska figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nebraska have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Nebraska has state income tax from 2.46% to 4.55%.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Nebraska?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Nebraska keeps about $59,060 a year, or $4,922 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $2,533 Nebraska income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Nebraska for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $81,919 a year in Nebraska, including $2,791 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Nebraska?
Homeowners in Nebraska pay an effective property tax rate of about 1.44% of home value, which ranks 6 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Nebraska?
The Nebraska state sales tax rate is 5.5%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 6.98%.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.