How North Dakota taxes your income
North Dakota has state income tax rates from 1.95% to 2.5% for 2026. The North Dakota income tax calculator above shows federal and state income tax separately, with your effective and marginal rates.
- Standard deduction: $16,100 (single) or $32,200 (married filing jointly).
- Pre-tax 401(k) contributions reduce your North Dakota taxable wages.
North Dakota tax brackets for 2026
| Taxable income over | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 | 0% |
| $48,475 | 1.95% |
| $244,825 | 2.5% |
| Taxable income over | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 | 0% |
| $80,975 | 1.95% |
| $298,075 | 2.5% |
Notes about North Dakota rules
North Dakota starts from federal taxable income. Bracket widths use 2025 inflation-adjusted amounts because 2026 amounts were not yet available when this data was sourced.
What this calculator includes
It uses 2026 federal income tax brackets for single filers and married couples filing jointly, Social Security and Medicare tax, and the North Dakota rules above. It does not include dependents, tax credits other than those listed, itemized deductions, self-employment tax, or head of household filing.
Rates, brackets and deductions as published for tax year 2026 (state data sourced February 2026).
Frequently asked questions
What are the state income tax rates in North Dakota?
North Dakota uses graduated rates from 1.95% to 2.5% for 2026. Each rate applies only to the slice of taxable income inside its bracket. The full bracket table is on this page.
What deductions does North Dakota allow in this calculator?
North Dakota has a standard deduction of $16,100 (single) or $32,200 (married filing jointly). These are the only North Dakota deductions and credits the calculator uses. Itemized deductions and dependents are not included.
Do 401(k) contributions lower my North Dakota income tax?
Yes. Pre-tax 401(k) contributions are taken out of your North Dakota taxable wages as well as your federal taxable wages. They do not reduce Social Security or Medicare tax.
Which federal taxes apply to my pay in North Dakota?
Federal income tax uses 2026 brackets from 10% to 37% after the $16,100 standard deduction for single filers. Social Security is 6.2% on wages up to $184,500 and Medicare is 1.45% on all wages, with 0.9% extra above $200,000 ($250,000 for joint filers).
Does this calculator include local taxes?
No. City, county and school-district income or payroll taxes are not included. If your area charges one, your real take-home pay will be a little lower.
Are Social Security and Medicare included?
No. This page shows income tax only. Use the North Dakota salary calculator to see take-home pay after Social Security and Medicare as well.
How current is the North Dakota data?
Rates, brackets and deductions as published for tax year 2026 (state data sourced February 2026). Tax laws change, so confirm important numbers with the official sources listed below.
Official and data sources
- North Dakota – state tax agency
- IRS – Federal income tax rates and brackets
- Social Security Administration – Contribution and benefit base
- Tax Foundation – State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026
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Disclaimer: results are estimates for information only. They are not tax, legal or financial advice.