North Dakota Payroll Calculator
Free North Dakota (ND) payroll calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$2,184.62
- Federal Income Tax−$178.31
- North Dakota State Tax−$0.00
- Social Security (6.2%)−$67.72
- Medicare (1.45%)−$15.84
- Net Pay$1,922.75
Employer Payroll Cost
- Employer SS Match (6.2%)$135.45
- Employer Medicare (1.45%)$31.68
North Dakota Paycheck & Tax Overview
North Dakota taxes only income above $48,475 at low flat-style rates (1.95%–2.5%). The North Dakota minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and elsewhere in North Dakota use this North Dakota payroll calculator with 2026 tax tables — North Dakota uses a progressive income tax with rates from 1.
North Dakota State Income Tax Brackets — 2026
| Taxable income (annual) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $48,475 | 0.00% |
| $48,475 – $244,825 | 1.95% |
| $244,825 and above | 2.50% |
Example: North Dakota paycheck for $56,800/year salary
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,185 gross per check, about $1,923 take-home after federal ($178), state ($0), and FICA ($84). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.
Official tax sources
We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:
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North Dakota Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does North Dakota have state income tax on paychecks?
Yes. North Dakota uses a progressive income tax with rates from 1.95% to 2.5%. Our calculator applies the official 2026 brackets, standard deductions, and personal exemptions for accurate withholding estimates.
How much tax is taken out of a $56,800/year salary paycheck in North Dakota?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,185 with net take-home around $1,923 (federal ~$178, state ~$0, FICA ~$84). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
How is North Dakota paycheck tax different from other states?
North Dakota taxes only income above $48,475 at low flat-style rates (1.95%–2.5%). Our 2026 calculator applies progressive state tax up to 2.5% for North Dakota workers.
What is the North Dakota minimum wage for 2026?
North Dakota's reference minimum wage on this page is $7.25/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
What payroll taxes do North Dakota employers pay?
Employers match employee Social Security (6.2% up to the wage base) and Medicare (1.45%). North Dakota may require state unemployment and withholding deposits — employee state income tax is separate from employer FICA.
Is this North Dakota calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update North Dakota brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.