Take Home Pay for Nebraska (2026)
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Nebraska (NE) Key Facts
State Income Tax
5.84%
Sales Tax Rate
5.5%
Property Tax Rate
1.73%
Overall State Tax Burden
13.1% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Nebraska
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Nebraska, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Nebraska's state income tax.
Nebraska Overview
Take-home pay in Nebraska is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at up to 5.84%. With sales tax at 5.5% and property tax at 1.73%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Nebraska workers.
How Nebraska Compares
Nebraska's combined rates (income: 5.84%, sales: 5.5%, property: 1.73%) compare to Kansas (5.7%, 6.5%, 1.41%) and Iowa (5.7%, 6%, 1.57%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 5.7% | Kansas has an income tax rate of 5.7%. |
| Iowa | 5.7% | Iowa has an income tax rate of 5.7%. |
| South Dakota | 0% | South Dakota has an income tax rate of 0%. |
Nebraska's income tax rate of 5.84% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Nebraska Residents
- 1Nebraska state income tax at up to 5.84% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Nebraska's sales tax (5.5%) and property tax (1.73%) when calculating real purchasing power.
- 3Pre-tax 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions reduce both federal and state taxable income, increasing your net pay.
- 4Your effective tax rate is typically lower than your marginal rate, especially in progressive tax states.
- 5After major life changes (marriage, new child, job change), review both federal W-4 and state withholding forms to optimize take-home pay.