Nebraska Paycheck Calculator
Estimate Nebraska take-home pay including federal, state, local taxes and FICA, applying pre-tax deductions across multiple common pay schedules accurately.
Nebraska Income Tax Rate
Nebraska uses progressive state brackets and is phasing in lower top rates. Employers start from gross pay, subtract eligible pre-tax benefits (traditional 401(k), HSA/FSA, Section 125 health premiums), then apply federal withholding, FICA, and Nebraska state tables using your Form W-4N and pay frequency. Credits, dependent allowances, and supplemental wage methods (bonuses/commissions) can change per-check results. Nebraska has no separate city wage taxes, so state plus federal are your main income-tax layers. The table shows the top individual rate or flat equivalent by year to illustrate recent reforms and how they may influence take-home pay across the decade.
| Year | Top Rate |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 6.84% |
| 2017 | 6.84% |
| 2018 | 6.84% |
| 2019 | 6.84% |
| 2020 | 6.84% |
| 2021 | 6.84% |
| 2022 | 6.84% |
| 2023 | 6.64% |
| 2024 | 5.84% |
| 2025 | 4.99% (projected) |
Nebraska Median Household Income
Nebraska median household income has generally trended upward, with brief pandemic-era volatility and renewed growth as labor markets tightened. Urban counties (Omaha, Lincoln) typically exceed statewide medians, while many rural areas trend lower. The figures below are nominal, directional benchmarks for budgeting, offer comparisons, or relocation planning. For purchasing power, evaluate “real” (inflation-adjusted) dollars and weigh local housing, childcare, and commuting costs. Household size, health benefits, and retirement contributions meaningfully change take-home value. Use statewide medians as starting points, then refine with the latest county or metro estimates when making decisions, negotiating compensation, or comparing opportunities across Nebraska communities and industries.
| Year | Income |
|---|---|
| 2016 | $60,000 |
| 2017 | $61,900 |
| 2018 | $63,700 |
| 2019 | $65,300 |
| 2020 | $66,400 |
| 2021 | $68,200 |
| 2022 | $69,800 |
| 2023 | $72,100 |
| 2024 | $74,000 |
| 2025 | $75,200 (prelim.) |
Nebraska Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA)
FICA funds Social Security and Medicare and appears on every Nebraska paycheck. Employees pay 6.2% Social Security up to the annual wage base (employers match) and 1.45% Medicare on all wages (also matched). High earners owe an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax above federal thresholds; employers do not match the surtax. Section 125 health premiums typically reduce both income-tax and FICA wages, while traditional 401(k) lowers income-tax wages but not FICA. Because Nebraska lacks city wage taxes, your primary statutory withholdings are federal income tax, FICA, and Nebraska income tax, plus any voluntary pre- and post-tax deductions itemized on your pay stub each period.
Nebraska Number of Cities with Local Income Taxes
Nebraska does not impose local (city/county) wage income taxes. Paychecks generally show federal withholding, FICA, and the statewide Nebraska income tax only.
| Locality | Resident Rate | Nonresident Rate |
|---|---|---|
| All Nebraska cities/counties | None | None |
How Your Nebraska Paycheck Works
Each pay period begins with gross wages. Payroll subtracts pre-tax benefits—traditional 401(k), HSA/FSA, commuter, and pre-tax insurance—to reach taxable wages. Withholding then includes federal income tax (W-4), Social Security and Medicare (FICA), and Nebraska state income tax using your W-4N elections and the state tables for your pay frequency. Post-tax deductions (Roth 401(k), wage garnishments, charitable gifts) occur after taxes and do not reduce taxable wages. Pay schedule—weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly—changes per-check amounts but not annual liability. Always review stubs after life events, address changes, or benefit updates to keep withholding aligned with your situation.
Nebraska Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime, Pay Frequency
Overtime: Nebraska follows FLSA—most non-exempt employees earn 1.5× their regular rate for hours worked over
40 in a workweek; exemptions apply when duties and salary thresholds are met.
Pay frequency: Employers must set regular paydays and pay on consistent intervals; biweekly and semimonthly schedules are common.
Final-pay timing and wage-statement requirements apply under state and federal rules—consult employer policy and any contract terms for specifics.
FAQs
How do I use the Nebraska Paycheck Calculator?
Enter gross pay, pay schedule, W-4/W-4N details, pre-tax benefits, and post-tax deductions to estimate federal, FICA, and Nebraska withholding.
What are Nebraska’s current income tax brackets?
Nebraska uses progressive brackets with scheduled top-rate reductions; your effective rate depends on income, filing status, and credits.
Do any Nebraska cities have a wage income tax?
No. Nebraska does not levy local wage income taxes; paychecks include federal, FICA, and state withholding only.
How do pre-tax 401(k) and HSA contributions affect my check?
They reduce taxable wages for income tax, boosting net pay. 401(k) doesn’t reduce FICA; many health premiums do.
Are bonuses taxed differently in Nebraska?
State withholding follows Nebraska tables; federally, employers may use percentage or aggregate methods for supplemental wages like bonuses.
Why did my Nebraska withholding change this year?
Rate changes, W-4N updates, benefit elections, or supplemental pay can alter per-check withholding even at the same salary.
What is Nebraska’s minimum wage?
Nebraska sets a statewide minimum wage by statute; employers must pay the higher of state or federal, where they differ.
How often must I be paid in Nebraska?
Employers maintain regular paydays and pay consistently—commonly biweekly or semimonthly—subject to timing and recordkeeping rules.
Do remote workers owe Nebraska income tax?
Residents owe tax on all income; nonresidents owe tax on Nebraska-sourced wages. Credits may apply for other-state taxes.