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New Jersey has a progressive state income tax with seven brackets ranging from 1.40% to 10.75% for the 2025 tax year. It is one of the highest top marginal rates in the United States, though the top 10.75% bracket only applies to income exceeding $1 million. For most working residents, the relevant brackets top out at 5.525% (up to $75,000) or 6.37% (up to $500,000).
Here is how the 2025 NJ income tax brackets work for single filers:
- 1.40% on the first $20,000
- 1.75% on income from $20,001 to $35,000
- 3.50% on income from $35,001 to $40,000
- 5.525% on income from $40,001 to $75,000
- 6.37% on income from $75,001 to $500,000
- 8.97% on income from $500,001 to $1,000,000
- 10.75% on income over $1,000,000
In addition to state income tax, your NJ paycheck is also reduced by federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) — these apply regardless of which state you live in. New Jersey also has a small State Disability Insurance (SDI) deduction.
Worked example on a $75,000 salary: A single filer pays approximately $2,651 in NJ state income tax (an effective rate of ~3.5%). After adding federal taxes (roughly $9,200) and FICA ($5,738), total deductions come to around $17,600, leaving an estimated take-home pay of approximately $57,400 per year, or about $4,783/month. This is noticeably less than comparable income in no-income-tax states like Florida or Texas.
Practical example — New Jersey
A New Jersey resident earning $75,000 per year (single filer, standard deductions) takes home approximately $57,400 after federal taxes, NJ state income tax (~$2,651), and FICA — compared to about $60,000 in a state with no income tax.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does New Jersey have a state income tax?
Yes. New Jersey has a progressive state income tax with seven brackets. Rates range from 1.40% on the lowest income tier up to 10.75% on income over $1 million, making it one of the highest top marginal rates in the country.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in New Jersey?
For a $75,000 annual salary, a single filer in New Jersey can expect to pay roughly $2,651 in state income tax (effective rate ~3.5%), plus federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and a small New Jersey SDI (State Disability Insurance) deduction. In total, take-home pay is approximately $57,000–$58,000 per year.
Is New Jersey a high-tax state for income?
New Jersey's top marginal income tax rate of 10.75% is among the highest in the US. However, at middle-income levels (e.g., $75,000), the effective NJ state income tax rate is closer to 3.5%, because the progressive structure means only income above each threshold is taxed at the higher rates.
How does New Jersey income tax compare to no-tax states?
States like Florida, Texas, Nevada, and Washington have no state income tax, so residents keep more of their paycheck. A New Jersey resident earning $75,000 pays roughly $2,600 more in state taxes per year compared to someone earning the same salary in Florida — plus New Jersey's higher property taxes and cost of living add further to expenses.
Does New Jersey tax Social Security benefits?
New Jersey does not tax Social Security benefits for most retirees. Additionally, NJ offers a pension and retirement income exclusion for taxpayers with gross income under $150,000, which can significantly reduce the tax burden for retirees living in the state.