North Carolina Tax Tables for 2017
The 2017 North Carolina Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the North Carolina State Tax Calculator 2017.
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North Carolina Tax Tables for 2017
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for North Carolina in 2017. North Carolina applies a flat income tax to this filing status. All taxable income is taxed at the same rate, with no marginal brackets. This table shows the single rate used in calculations. To understand how flat tax tables differ from progressive systems, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Single filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 5.5% |
Married filing jointly – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing jointly filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 5.5% |
Married filing separately – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing separately filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 5.5% |
Head of household – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Head of household filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 5.5% |
Widowed – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Widowed filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 5.5% |
North Carolina Standard Deduction(2017)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $8,750 |
| Married filing jointly | $17,500 |
| Married filing separately | $8,750 |
| Head of household | $17,500 |
| Widowed | $17,500 |
North Carolina Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and North Carolina updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do nonresidents working in NC file here?
Yes—file as nonresident on NC-sourced income. You may claim a credit in your home state for taxes paid to NC.
How does Additional Medicare interact with NC?
Additional Medicare is federal only; NC income tax remains a flat percentage of NC taxable income.
Does NC tax gambling winnings?
Yes—report as income; withholding may occur for large wins.
Are there NC credits I should know about?
Yes—review D-400TC for credits (e.g., certain business/investment credits). Eligibility and caps vary.
Does NC offer a child deduction/benefit?
Yes—North Carolina allows a child deduction that varies by filing status and income; see Schedule S instructions.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.