Nebraska Payroll Tax Calculator 2026

Calculate Nebraska state income tax, federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and net take-home pay.

2026 Nebraska tax rates · FICA · Nebraska W-4N
State Income Tax
Up to 4.55% (progressive)
Social Security
6.2%
Medicare
1.45%
State Form
Nebraska W-4N
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Enter your salary or hourly rate and get a full breakdown: Nebraska state tax, federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and exact net pay.

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Nebraska Tax Guide

Nebraska Payroll Tax Overview 2026

Nebraska uses a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.55%. Higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income — different brackets apply to different income ranges.

Nebraska's top income tax rate is approximately 4.55% for 2026 under the LB 754 (2023) schedule: 6.84% → 5.84% (2024) → 5.2% (2025) → 4.55% (2026).

Nebraska is on track for a 3.99% top rate by 2027. Verify the exact 2026 rate against the Nebraska Department of Revenue — it changes each January.

Nebraska Payroll Tax Summary
State Income TaxUp to 4.55% (progressive)
Tax TypeProgressive (brackets)
Social Security6.2% on first $176,100
Medicare1.45% (+ 0.9% over $200K)
FUTA (employer)0.6% on first $7,000
Employee FormNebraska W-4N

FAQ

Nebraska payroll tax questions

What is the top Nebraska income tax rate for 2026?
Nebraska's top income tax rate is 4.55% for 2026. This is a marginal rate — it only applies to income above the top bracket threshold. Lower income falls into lower brackets. Use the calculator above to see your effective rate.
What taxes do Nebraska employees pay on their paycheck?
Nebraska employees pay: (1) Federal income tax (based on W-4 withholding); (2) Social Security tax (6.2% on wages up to $176,100); (3) Medicare tax (1.45%, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000); (4) Nebraska state income tax (Up to 4.55% (progressive)); The employer matches the Social Security and Medicare portions.
What payroll withholding form do Nebraska employees use?
Nebraska employees complete Nebraska W-4N for state withholding in addition to the federal W-4. Employers use both forms to calculate the correct combined withholding amount.

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