1.4% – 10.75%

New Jersey Paycheck & Salary Tax Calculator

Calculate your take-home pay in New Jersey for 2026. Live calculations for hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual earnings.

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Gross Pay: $0

Federal Tax: -$0

FICA (SS & Medicare): -$0

New Jersey State Tax: -$0

Total Deductions: -$0

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How Your New Jersey Paycheck Works

Calculating take-home pay in New Jersey requires accounting for federal taxes, state tax withholdings, and mandatory deductions. New Jersey assesses state personal income tax under a Progressive + FLI/SDI structure with rates of 1.4% – 10.75%. In addition, your paycheck is subject to mandatory federal withholding and FICA contributions.

New Jersey Paycheck Deductions & Tax Summary

Deduction Type	Rate / Withholding	Jurisdiction
Federal Income Tax	Based on W-4 Brackets	Federal (IRS)
Social Security (FICA)	6.20% (Annual Wage Cap Applies)	Federal
Medicare (FICA)	1.45% (2.35% for high earners)	Federal
New Jersey State Income Tax	1.4% – 10.75%	New Jersey Revenue Dept

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey Paychecks

Does New Jersey have local city or municipal income taxes?

Yes, Newark imposes a local employer payroll tax, but employees pay no municipal income tax.

How is overtime calculated on a New Jersey paycheck?

1.5x regular pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

What is the state income tax rate in New Jersey?

The state income tax rate in New Jersey is 1.4% – 10.75% (Progressive + FLI/SDI).

New Jersey Paycheck Calculator: Estimate Net Take-Home Pay

Calculate your net take-home salary in New Jersey accurately by factoring in federal income taxes, FICA contributions, and local state tax withholdings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are income taxes calculated in New Jersey?

New Jersey payroll deductions automatically subtract federal income taxes, social security, Medicare, and applicable state taxes from your gross pay.