How Nebraska taxes your paycheck in 2026
Nebraska taxes income from 2.46% to 4.55% in 2026, after a big cut to its top rate.
- Nebraska's top rate fell from 5.2% to 4.55% on January 1, 2026, and is scheduled to reach 3.99% in 2027.
- The standard deduction is $8,850 ($17,700 for couples), plus a $176 personal credit per person.
- Nebraska cities don't tax wages.
Nebraska 2026 income tax brackets
| 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% | Over $24,760 | Over $49,530 |
Brackets apply to taxable income, after the state standard deduction.
Take-home pay in Nebraska at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Nebraska taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,380 | $1,284 | $940 | 16.6% |
| $60,000 | $48,540 | $1,867 | $1,850 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 | $59,060 | $2,272 | $2,533 | 21.3% |
| $100,000 | $75,510 | $2,904 | $3,670 | 24.5% |
| $150,000 | $107,846 | $4,148 | $5,945 | 28.1% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Nebraska earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,272 per paycheck, or $59,060 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Nebraska taxes $2,533.
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This calculator estimates your yearly tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks. Your employer's withholding depends on your W-4 and state forms, so individual paychecks can differ slightly. It doesn't include tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit.
Common questions
What are Nebraska's income tax rates for 2026?
2.46%, 3.51% and 4.55%. The top rate applies above $24,760 of taxable income for single filers.
Is Nebraska cutting income taxes?
Yes. The top rate is scheduled to fall to 3.99% in 2027.
What is Nebraska's standard deduction?
$8,850 for single filers and $17,700 for married couples in 2026.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Nebraska?
About $59,060 a year, or $2,272 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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