How Nebraska Paychecks Are Taxed in 2026
Nebraska's top rate has been cut to 4.55% for 2026. Income up to $24,760 (single) is taxed at lower rates, and each person gets a $176 personal exemption credit.
For 2026, Nebraska has state income tax rates from 2.46% to 4.55%. Before the rates apply, Nebraska allows a standard deduction of $8,850 for single filers ($17,700 for married couples filing jointly), a personal credit of $176.
As a reference point, a single filer in Nebraska earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions keeps about $48,539 a year, or roughly $1,866.90 per bi-weekly paycheck. Enter your own pay above to see your numbers.
Nebraska Paycheck Taxes at a Glance
Nebraska's top rate has been cut to 4.55% for 2026. Income up to $24,760 (single) is taxed at lower rates, and each person gets a $176 personal exemption credit.
Nebraska Income Tax Brackets for 2026
Nebraska uses 3 brackets from 2.46% to 4.55%. Each rate applies only to the part of your taxable income inside that bracket.
Single filers (taxable income)
Married filing jointly (taxable income)
Before these rates apply, Nebraska subtracts a $8,850 standard deduction. Head of household and married filing separately use the single schedule in our calculator unless the state sets its own. A personal credit of $176 is then taken off the tax.
Federal and Nebraska Payroll Taxes
Payroll taxes are separate from income tax and work the same in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an extra 0.9% withheld on wages over $200,000.
Nebraska does not withhold a statewide employee payroll tax such as disability or paid family leave insurance.
Take-Home Pay by Salary in Nebraska
Yearly estimates with the standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions and no local tax. Married figures assume one earner filing jointly.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Nebraska tax | Take-home, single | Take-home, married |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $523 | $25,762 | $27,705 |
| $45,000 | $3,220 | $3,443 | $1,168 | $37,170 | $39,758 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,850 | $48,540 | $51,524 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $2,533 | $59,060 | $62,969 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,670 | $75,510 | $81,919 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,945 | $107,846 | $118,119 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $8,220 | $140,707 | $151,980 |
A $60,000 Paycheck in Nebraska, Line by Line
Single filer, paid bi-weekly (26 paychecks), standard withholding, no pre-tax deductions.
Over a year that's $48,539 take-home, with a total tax rate of 19.1%. Nebraska income tax is 3.08% of gross pay.
Nebraska vs. Nearby States
Yearly take-home on a $60,000 salary, single filer, no pre-tax deductions or local tax.
Nebraska Paycheck FAQs
What is the Nebraska state income tax rate in 2026?
Nebraska rates for 2026 range from 2.46% to 4.55%, depending on taxable income and filing status.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Nebraska?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Nebraska takes home about $48,539 a year, or $1,866.90 per bi-weekly paycheck, with standard withholding and no pre-tax deductions.
Do I pay local income tax in Nebraska?
Nebraska does not have general city or county income taxes on wages.
Does Nebraska withhold any state payroll taxes?
No. Nebraska has no statewide employee payroll tax for disability or paid leave, so only federal Social Security and Medicare apply.
Does filing status change my Nebraska tax?
Yes. Nebraska gives married couples filing jointly different brackets, deductions or exemptions than single filers, and filing status also changes your federal withholding.
Will my paycheck match this calculator exactly?
It should be close. The calculator estimates your yearly taxes and spreads them across your paychecks. Your employer uses your W-4, any state withholding form, your benefit elections and its payroll system, so your stub can differ by a few dollars.