How North Dakota Paychecks Are Taxed in 2026
North Dakota taxes no income at all up to $48,475 of taxable income for single filers, then just 1.95% and 2.5% above that. It has the lowest income tax of any state that taxes wages.
For 2026, North Dakota has state income tax rates from 1.95% to 2.5%. Before the rates apply, North Dakota allows a standard deduction of $16,100 for single filers ($32,200 for married couples filing jointly).
As a reference point, a single filer in North Dakota earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions keeps about $50,390 a year, or roughly $1,938.07 per bi-weekly paycheck. Enter your own pay above to see your numbers.
North Dakota Paycheck Taxes at a Glance
North Dakota Income Tax Brackets for 2026
North Dakota uses 3 brackets from 1.95% to 2.5%. 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, North Dakota subtracts a $16,100 standard deduction. Head of household and married filing separately use the single schedule in our calculator unless the state sets its own.
Federal and North Dakota 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.
North Dakota does not withhold a statewide employee payroll tax such as disability or paid family leave insurance.
Take-Home Pay by Salary in North Dakota
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 | North Dakota tax | Take-home, single | Take-home, married |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $0 | $26,285 | $27,705 |
| $45,000 | $3,220 | $3,443 | $0 | $38,338 | $40,278 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $0 | $50,390 | $52,570 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $203 | $61,389 | $64,623 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $691 | $78,489 | $84,710 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $1,666 | $112,125 | $122,467 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $2,641 | $146,286 | $157,628 |
A $60,000 Paycheck in North Dakota, Line by Line
Single filer, paid bi-weekly (26 paychecks), standard withholding, no pre-tax deductions.
Over a year that's $50,390 take-home, with a total tax rate of 16%. North Dakota income tax is 0% of gross pay.
North Dakota vs. Nearby States
Yearly take-home on a $60,000 salary, single filer, no pre-tax deductions or local tax.
North Dakota Paycheck FAQs
What is the North Dakota state income tax rate in 2026?
North Dakota rates for 2026 range from 1.95% to 2.5%, depending on taxable income and filing status.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in North Dakota?
A single filer earning $60,000 in North Dakota takes home about $50,390 a year, or $1,938.07 per bi-weekly paycheck, with standard withholding and no pre-tax deductions.
Do I pay local income tax in North Dakota?
North Dakota does not have general city or county income taxes on wages.
Does North Dakota withhold any state payroll taxes?
No. North Dakota has no statewide employee payroll tax for disability or paid leave, so only federal Social Security and Medicare apply.
Does filing status change my North Dakota tax?
Yes. North Dakota 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.