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North Carolina Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your 2025 combined federal and North Carolina income tax — North Carolina adds a flat 4.25% state income tax.
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Federal + state tax17.2% effective
$17,157/yr
10% on $11,925$1,193
12% on $36,550$4,386
22% on $35,775$7,871
federal tax subtotal$13,449
NC state tax$3,708
taxable income
$84,250
marginal rate
22.0%
after tax
$82,843
Income tax in North Carolina
North Carolina's flat income tax dropped to 4.25% for 2025 and continues to decline in coming years. It applies to wages and capital gains after a standard deduction of $12,750 (single) or $25,500 (married filing jointly).
Common questions
What is the North Carolina state income tax rate?
North Carolina has a flat 4.25% income tax that applies on top of federal tax.
Does North Carolina tax capital gains?
Yes — North Carolina taxes capital gains as ordinary income at the same rate as your wages.
How we calculate this
Federal brackets per our income-tax methodology, plus 2025 North Carolina state tax. Estimates only — not tax advice.
Estimates for general informational purposes only; not tax advice. North Carolina figures are simplified (credits, local taxes, and AGI adjustments vary) and should be verified with the state Department of Revenue.