New Jersey Take-Home Pay Calculator
Calculate your actual take-home pay in New Jersey after federal tax, New Jersey state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. New Jersey has a progressive income tax with rates from 1.
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New Jersey has a progressive income tax with rates from 1.4% to 10.75%. Combined with some of the highest property taxes in the nation, New Jersey has a significant tax burden.
Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in New Jersey
If you work in New Jersey, your take-home pay is affected by a combination of federal taxes and New Jersey-specific taxes and deductions. Here's what New Jersey residents and workers need to know about their paycheck.
New Jersey Income Tax
New Jersey has a progressive income tax with rates from 1.4% to 10.75%. Combined with some of the highest property taxes in the nation, New Jersey has a significant tax burden.
Cost of Living in New Jersey
New Jersey's cost of living is about 20% above the national average, with property taxes and housing being the largest contributors. When evaluating your New Jersey take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.
Financial Tips for New Jersey Residents
- New Jersey's 10.75% top rate combined with high property taxes makes pre-tax deductions crucial
- New Jersey SDI and FLI payroll taxes add additional deductions from your paycheck
- New Jersey does not tax Social Security benefits
- Despite high taxes, proximity to NYC offers access to the highest-paying job market in the country
Key New Jersey Tax Features
- Progressive rates up to 10.75%
- SDI and FLI payroll taxes
- Highest property taxes in the nation
- No tax on Social Security
- Proximity to NYC job market
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