Nevada payroll taxes

State income tax: Nevada has no state income tax on wages; there is no state withholding form for employees.
Local income tax: Nevada cities/counties do not levy wage-based local income taxes on employees.
Employer payroll taxes: Employers may owe Nevada Unemployment Insurance (UI/SUI) and the Modified Business Tax (MBT). These are employer liabilities, not employee deductions.
FICA (federal): Social Security and Medicare—see the FICA section below.
Federal income tax (FIT): Withheld using IRS rules from your federal Form W-4.
Pre-tax deductions: Traditional 401(k), HSA/FSA, Section 125 premiums can reduce taxable wages (FIT and sometimes FICA).
Post-tax deductions: Roth 401(k), garnishments, union dues, and other after-tax items reduce net pay after taxes.

How Your Nevada Paycheck Works

Start with gross pay (salary for the period or hourly rate × hours; include overtime where due).
Subtract pre-tax items (401(k), HSA/FSA, cafeteria plans) to find taxable wages.
Apply FICA (Social Security to the federal wage base; Medicare on all wages; Additional Medicare for high earners).
Compute federal withholding using IRS methods and your W-4 elections.
There is no Nevada state income tax withholding; local wage taxes are not imposed.
Employer separately pays Nevada UI/SUI and, when applicable, MBT—these do not reduce your net pay.
Subtract post-tax deductions to arrive at net pay.

Nevada unemployment insurance (SUI) — 10-year snapshot

Employees do not pay Nevada UI from wages. Employers contribute on a taxable wage base at new-employer or experience rates. Values below are typical references—confirm your annual rate notice.

Year	Employee UI Rate	Employee Pays?	Employer Taxable Wage Base (approx.)	New Employer Rate (typ.)	Experienced Employer Rate Range (approx.)
2016	0%	No	$27,000	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2017	0%	No	$28,200	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2018	0%	No	$29,500	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2019	0%	No	$30,500	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2020	0%	No	$31,200	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2021	0%	No	$32,500	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2022	0%	No	$36,600	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2023	0%	No	$40,100	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2024	0%	No	$40,600	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.4%
2025	0%	No	$41,000	~2.95%	~0.25%–5.6%

Nevada salary threshold

Nevada generally follows federal FLSA white-collar rules. Exempt status requires meeting the current federal salary threshold and the duties tests. If either test is not met, overtime is generally due per state/federal overtime rules.

Median Household Income — Nevada (10 years, current dollars)

Illustrative nominal values showing trend; consult the latest American Community Survey for official figures.

Year	Median Household Income
2015	$52,600
2016	$55,200
2017	$58,000
2018	$60,400
2019	$63,300
2020	$64,200
2021	$69,000
2022	$74,900
2023	$78,400
2024	$80,100

Nevada Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA)

Social Security: 6.2% employee + 6.2% employer, up to the federal wage base.
Medicare: 1.45% employee + 1.45% employer on all wages.
Additional Medicare: 0.9% employee-only on wages above $200,000 (employer remains 1.45%).

Number of cities that have local income taxes

Nevada imposes no wage-based local income taxes. Paychecks list federal withholding, FICA, and any voluntary or court-ordered deductions; there is no city or county income tax line. Employers may face local licenses or business fees (including MBT at the state level), but those are not employee paycheck deductions and do not change withholding.

Local income tax table (employee wage tax)

City/County	Local Income/Wage Tax	Notes
Statewide (Nevada)	None	No municipal/county percentage-of-wages income tax on employees

Nevada Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime, Pay Frequency

Overtime: Most non-exempt employees earn 1.5× after 40 hours/week. Nevada also has daily overtime in some circumstances; confirm current state guidance for your schedule.
Minimum wage: Set by state law and periodically adjusted; verify the effective rate for your pay period and health-benefit tier rules if applicable.
Pay frequency: Employers must set regular paydays (often semimonthly/biweekly) and pay on time; final-pay deadlines apply at separation.
Breaks/meals: Follow Nevada and federal standards; additional rules may apply by industry and to minors.

Additional Nevada forms

No state W-4: Nevada has no state income tax; employees complete only the federal W-4.
UI Employer Registration & Rate Notice: Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation account setup and rate assignment.
Modified Business Tax (MBT): Employer payroll tax filing (employer-paid; not deducted from wages).
New Hire Reporting: Report hires/rehires within required timeframe.
Required posters: Wage/hour, unemployment, safety, and federal postings.

FAQs — Nevada Salary Paycheck Calculator

How do I use a Nevada Salary Paycheck Calculator to estimate net pay?

Enter gross pay and pay frequency, your federal W-4 elections, and any pre-/post-tax deductions. The calculator applies FICA and federal withholding. There is no Nevada state income tax or local wage tax, so those lines will not appear.

Why doesn’t my Nevada paycheck show state income tax?

Nevada does not impose a state income tax on wages. Your paycheck typically shows federal withholding, Social Security, Medicare, and any benefit/garnishment deductions.

Do Nevada employees pay unemployment insurance (UI) from wages?

No. UI/SUI is paid by the employer. Employees do not have a Nevada UI deduction on their pay stubs.

What about the Nevada Modified Business Tax (MBT)?

MBT is an employer payroll tax. It is not taken from employee wages and will not appear as a deduction on your paycheck.

What salary makes me exempt from overtime in Nevada?

Nevada generally follows federal FLSA white-collar rules. Exempt status requires meeting the current federal salary threshold and the appropriate duties tests. Otherwise, overtime applies per weekly and certain daily rules.

How are bonuses and commissions taxed in Nevada?

They are subject to federal withholding (supplemental wage methods) and FICA. There is no Nevada state or local wage tax. Enter bonuses as supplemental pay to apply correct withholding.

Can I add a flat extra amount of withholding each paycheck?

Yes—federal only. Request an additional federal withholding amount on your W-4 and add the same in the calculator to preview its effect on net pay.

How do pre-tax benefits like 401(k), HSA, and FSA change my Nevada paycheck?

Pre-tax contributions reduce federal taxable wages (and sometimes FICA). Nevada has no state income tax, so there is no state withholding effect. Enter them as pre-tax to see higher take-home.

Does any Nevada city have a wage tax?

No. Nevada municipalities do not levy wage-based local income taxes. Your paycheck will not include a city income tax line.

How do I handle overtime and shift differentials in the calculator?

Add overtime hours and premiums; the calculator recomputes FICA and federal withholding accordingly. For Nevada daily overtime eligibility, model hours by day if your tool supports it.

What pay frequency should I select?

Use your employer’s actual schedule (weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, monthly). The calculator prorates wages and withholding per period and annualizes statutory limits like Social Security.

Why did my net increase mid-year without a raise?

You may have exceeded the Social Security wage base; Social Security stops for the rest of the year while Medicare continues, increasing your net pay.

How do tips affect my Nevada paycheck?

Reported tips are subject to FIT, FICA, and must be included in your gross for federal withholding. Nevada imposes no additional state or local income tax on tips.

Can student employees be exempt from FICA?

Some student workers at qualifying institutions may be FICA-exempt while enrolled at least half-time. If exempt, remove FICA in that job’s estimate for accuracy.

How are PTO payouts taxed?

PTO cash-outs are taxable wages subject to FIT and FICA. If paid separately, employers may use supplemental withholding; model as supplemental wages.

Can I claim exempt from federal withholding?

Only if you meet IRS criteria (e.g., no tax liability last year and none expected this year). If eligible, set to exempt in the calculator for that job; verify annually.

How do I reflect year-to-date (YTD) wages and taxes?

Enter YTD amounts so the calculator stops Social Security at the cap and continues Medicare, improving mid-year accuracy.

Are relocation reimbursements taxable?

Most moving reimbursements are taxable for federal purposes unless a specific exclusion applies. Include taxable amounts as wages; Nevada has no additional state income tax layer.

Can I compare traditional vs. Roth 401(k) effects?

Yes. Run a traditional (pre-tax) scenario and a Roth (post-tax) scenario to see immediate net-pay differences and consider long-term tax planning.

How are imputed benefits handled (e.g., group-term life over $50k)?

Add the imputed value to taxable wages without adding cash. The calculator withholds FIT and FICA on that amount; Nevada has no state income tax component.

What if I work partly outside Nevada?

Withholding generally follows where wages are sourced. If you earn income in another state with an income tax, that state may require withholding; Nevada does not.

Do charitable payroll deductions reduce my taxes in payroll?

They are typically post-tax and do not reduce taxable wages for withholding. Any deduction benefits are realized on your federal return if you itemize.

How do garnishments affect my net pay?

Enter court-ordered amounts as post-tax deductions. The calculator subtracts them after taxes. Legal limits and employer timelines apply.

How do I avoid a big balance due at year-end?

Increase federal withholding (extra amount on W-4), adjust pre-tax contributions, or make estimated payments. Use the calculator to preview impacts before changing payroll settings.

Nevada Salary Paycheck Calculator