Paycheck taxes in New York
New York has a progressive state income tax with rates from about 3.9% to 10.9% depending on income, on top of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. New York also has local income taxes in some areas, which are not included in these estimates.
Use the calculator above to see your New York take-home pay for any salary or hourly wage. It applies 2026 federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security (6.2% up to the $184,500 wage base), and Medicare (1.45%), plus New York state income tax.
2026 New York tax brackets (single filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|
| Up to $8,500 | 3.9% |
| $8,500 to $11,700 | 4.4% |
| $11,700 to $13,900 | 5.15% |
| $13,900 to $80,650 | 5.4% |
| $80,650 to $215,400 | 5.9% |
| $215,400 to $1,077,550 | 6.85% |
| $1,077,550 to $5,000,000 | 9.65% |
| $5,000,000 to $25,000,000 | 10.3% |
| Over $25,000,000 | 10.9% |
The calculator doubles these thresholds for married filing jointly, a close approximation of New York's married schedule. New York's own standard deduction ($8,000 single) is applied first.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate take-home pay in New York?
Enter your salary or hourly wage above with New York selected. The calculator subtracts 2026 federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and New York state income tax to show your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay.
What is the New York state income tax rate?
New York uses progressive brackets ranging from roughly 3.9% to 10.9%. The calculator applies the bracket schedule along with 2026 federal brackets, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
Is this New York paycheck calculator accurate?
It provides close estimates using 2026 federal brackets and current New York tax rules, but excludes local taxes, most state-specific credits, and your W-4 details. New York also has local income taxes in some areas, which are not included in these estimates. It is not tax advice. Confirm important figures with a tax professional.
Sources: 2026 federal figures from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 and the Social Security Administration; New York rates from the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Full methodology and figures on the guide.
Estimates only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. See About for the full disclaimer, or the all-states paycheck calculator.