North Dakota Paycheck Calculator
Calculate your take-home pay per paycheck for salary and hourly jobs after federal & North Dakota taxes
Updated for 2024 tax year on Jul 06, 2024
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How to calculate your North Dakota paycheck
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Overview of North Dakota
North Dakota has a population of under 1 million (2019) and is home to the KVLY-TV mast, the tallest man-made structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Brief summary:
- the income tax rate ranges from 0% to 2.5%
- no state-level payroll tax
- has standard deductions
- no exemptions
Understanding your North Dakota paycheck
Your North Dakota paycheck is shaped by two key players: federal income taxes and FICA taxes. Federal income tax withholding hinges on factors like your income, filing status, and exemptions. FICA taxes support Social Security and Medicare, with employees and employers each chipping in 7.65% pre-tax. For the self-employed, it’s a double-edged sword, as they’re responsible for the entire 15.3% tax, though certain deductions may ease this burden.
Form W-4 is like a decoder ring for your employer, helping them crack the code to determine the appropriate amount of federal income tax to withhold from your paycheck. This form considers your filing status, income, and dependents. Remember to update your W-4 whenever significant life events occur, such as getting married or welcoming a new baby.
Pay attention to your marital status and available pre-tax deductions to chart your financial course. Deductions like 401(k) contributions or Health Savings Account (HSA) deposits come out of your gross pay before taxes, reducing your taxable income and potentially lightening your tax load.
In North Dakota, state income tax rates form a progressive mountain, ranging from 1.10% to 2.90%. As your income ascends, so does your tax rate, making it essential to understand your bracket to plan your financial climb effectively.
North Dakota offers its standard deductions based on your filing status. Leveraging these deductions and exemptions can lower your taxable income and potentially reduce your overall tax liability.
The final frontier of your paycheck odyssey lies in post-tax deductions. After calculating taxes, these deductions are taken from your pay and may include union dues, charitable donations, wage garnishments, or after-tax retirement account contributions. Understanding post-tax deductions empowers you to assess your take-home pay and make well-informed financial decisions accurately.
Calculate your North Dakota paycheck
Calculating your North Dakota state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our main paycheck calculator page:
- Determine your gross income
- Annual salary
Annual salary = Gross income - Hourly wage
Hourly wage × Hours worked per day × Days worked per week × Weeks worked per year = Your weekly paycheck
- Annual salary
- Work out your total federal income tax
- Gross income adjusted
Gross income − Pre-tax deductions = Gross income adjusted - Federal taxable income
Gross income adjusted − Federal standard/itemized deductions = Federal taxable income - Federal income tax liability
Federal taxable income × Federal income tax rate = Federal income tax liability - Federal payroll tax liability
Gross income × Federal payroll tax rate = Federal payroll tax liability
- Gross income adjusted
- Calculate your total North Dakota state income tax
- North Dakota state taxable income
Gross income adjusted − North Dakota state standard/itemized deductions = North Dakota state taxable income - North Dakota state income tax liability
North Dakota state taxable income × North Dakota state income tax rate = North Dakota state income tax liability
- North Dakota state taxable income
- Figure out your net pay
You need to account for any other deductions such as health insurance, 401(k) contribution, as well as additional withholdings.
Gross income − (Total income tax liability + Total payroll tax liability + Total pre-tax deductions + Total post-tax deductions + Total withholdings) = Your net pay - Divide your net pay by your pay frequency
- Daily
Your net pay / Days worked per week / Weeks worked per year = Your daily paycheck - Weekly
Your net pay / 52 = Your weekly paycheck - Bi-weekly
Your net pay / 26 = Your bi-weekly paycheck - Semi-monthly
Your net pay / 24 = Your semi-monthly paycheck - Monthly
Your net pay / 12 = Your monthly paycheck - Quarterly
Your net pay / 4 = Your quarterly paycheck - Semi-annual
Your net pay / 2 = Your semi-annual paycheck - Annual
Your net pay = Your annual paycheck
- Daily
State income tax brackets
Each filer type has different progressive tax rates. Refer to Tax Foundation for more details.
| Tax year | Filing status | Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 2023 |
Single | $0 - $44,725 | 0% |
| $44,725 - $225,975 | 1.95% | ||
| $225,975+ | 2.50% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 - $74,750 | 0% | |
| $74,750 - $275,100 | 1.95% | ||
| $275,100+ | 2.50% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 - $37,375 | 0% | |
| $37,375 - $137,550 | 1.95% | ||
| $137,550+ | 2.50% | ||
| Head of Household | $0 - $59,950 | 0% | |
| $59,950 - $250,550 | 1.95% | ||
| $250,550+ | 2.50% | ||
| 2022 | Single | $0 - $41,775 | 1.1% |
| $41,775 - $101,050 | 2.04% | ||
| $101,050 - $210,825 | 2.27% | ||
| $210,825 - $458,350 | 2.64% | ||
| $458,350+ | 2.9% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 - $69,700 | 1.1% | |
| $69,700 - $168,450 | 2.04% | ||
| $168,450 - $256,650 | 2.27% | ||
| $256,650 - $458,350 | 2.64% | ||
| $458,350+ | 2.9% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 - $34,850 | 1.1% | |
| $34,850 - $84,225 | 2.04% | ||
| $84,225 - $128,325 | 2.27% | ||
| $128,325 - $229,175 | 2.64% | ||
| $229,175+ | 2.9% | ||
| Head of Household | $0 - $55,900 | 1.1% | |
| $55,900 - $144,400 | 2.04% | ||
| $144,400 - $233,750 | 2.27% | ||
| $233,750 - $458,350 | 2.64% | ||
| $458,350+ | 2.9% | ||
| 2021 | Single | $0 – $40,525 | 1.10% |
| $40,525 – $98,100 | 2.04% | ||
| $98,100 – $204,675 | 2.27% | ||
| $204,675 – $445,000 | 2.64% | ||
| $445,000+ | 2.90% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 – $67,700 | 1.10% | |
| $67,700 – $163,550 | 2.04% | ||
| $163,550 – $249,150 | 2.27% | ||
| $249,150 – $445,000 | 2.64% | ||
| $445,000+ | 2.90% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 – $33,850 | 1.10% | |
| $33,850 – $81,775 | 2.04% | ||
| $81,775 – $124,575 | 2.27% | ||
| $124,575 – $222,500 | 2.64% | ||
| $222,500+ | 2.90% | ||
| Head of Household | $0 – $54,300 | 1.10% | |
| $54,300 – $140,200 | 2.04% | ||
| $140,200 – $226,950 | 2.27% | ||
| $226,950 – $445,000 | 2.64% | ||
| $445,000+ | 2.90% | ||
| 2020 | Single | $0 – $39,450 | 1.10% |
| $39,450 – $95,500 | 2.04% | ||
| $95,500 – $199,250 | 2.27% | ||
| $199,250 – $433,200 | 2.64% | ||
| $433,200+ | 2.90% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 – $65,900 | 1.10% | |
| $65,900 – $159,200 | 2.04% | ||
| $159,200 – $242,550 | 2.27% | ||
| $242,550 – $433,200 | 2.64% | ||
| $433,200+ | 2.90% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 – $32,950 | 1.10% | |
| $32,950 – $79,600 | 2.04% | ||
| $79,600 – $121,275 | 2.27% | ||
| $121,275 – $216,600 | 2.64% | ||
| $216,600+ | 2.90% | ||
| Head of Household | $0 – $52,850 | 1.10% | |
| $52,850 – $136,450 | 2.04% | ||
| $136,450 – $220,900 | 2.27% | ||
| $220,900 – $433,200 | 2.64% | ||
| $433,200+ | 2.90% |
State standard deduction
| Tax year | Filing status | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$14,600 |
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $29,200 | |
| Head of Household | $21,900 | |
| 2023 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$13,850 |
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $27,700 | |
| Head of Household | $20,800 | |
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,950 |
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $25,900 | |
| Head of Household | $19,400 | |
| 2021 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,550 |
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $25,100 | |
| Head of Household | $18,800 | |
| 2020 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,200 |
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $24,400 | |
| Head of Household | $18,350 |
FAQs
How to calculate take home pay in North Dakota?
Follow the steps below to work out your take-home pay:
- Determine your gross income
- Work out your total federal income tax
- Calculate your total North Dakota state income tax
- Gross income minus taxes, deductions and withholdings
- Divide your net pay by your pay frequency
How much will North Dakota tax paychecks in 2024?
North Dakota's state income tax for 2024 is structured progressively, with tax rates varying from 0% to 2.5%.
How much is taken out of my paycheck in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security and Medicare will be withheld from your paycheck. If you have other withholdings like retirement contributions or health insurance premiums, those will also be deducted.
What percentage of my paycheck goes to taxes in North Dakota?
The taxes on your paycheck include
- federal income tax (10% to 37%)
- state income tax (4.5%)
- Social Security (6.2%)
- Medicare (1.45% to 2.35%)