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New Jersey Tax Calculator

The New Jersey (NJ) Tax Calculator is updated for the 2026/27 tax year. It estimates your New Jersey state income tax, federal income tax, and FICA/Medicare contributions. New Jersey applies a progressive income tax with rates that vary by filing status and income level. This calculator helps residents and nonresidents estimate their combined state and federal taxes for 2026/27.

New Jersey allows numerous credits, including the Earned Income Credit, Property Tax Credit, and Child and Dependent Care Credit. Use the calculator to explore how deductions and credits impact your total tax liability.

Quick Access Tools

Quick New Jersey Tax Calculator

Enter your income and filing status, then click Calculate. Use additional tabs to model itemized deductions, dependents, property tax credits, and retirement savings. For nonresidents, you can adjust the percentage of New Jersey income to estimate your partial tax liability.

Input key: F Used in Federal tax calculations S Used in State tax calculations

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Filing Information Quick Inputs Income Details Deductions & Adjustments State Options IRA, Pensions & Annuities Withholdings

Filing Information

Set your filing status, dependants and personal details so the calculator can apply the correct Federal and State rules.

Quick Inputs

Provide a summary of your income and deductions to calculate your Federal and State tax position quickly.

Income Details

Enter the specific types of income that contribute to your Federal Adjusted Gross Income.

For Schedule B

Deductions & Adjustments

Deductions & Adjustments

Include any adjustments to income that reduce your Federal/State Adjusted Gross Income.

State Options

Some states apply local income taxes in addition to State tax. Enter your local rate if it applies.

IRA, Pensions & Annuities

Enter the details for your retirement contributions and income sources, which are used to compute values on **Form 8606**. This includes contributions to traditional IRAs, 529 savings plans, and rollovers, as well as income from rental properties, farms, unemployment, and other sources. Additionally, provide information on any disaster-related distributions or IRA rollovers you’ve made, and enter your capital gain distributions if applicable. These inputs are essential for accurately calculating your total retirement-related income and determining your tax liabilities or benefits, specifically regarding IRA deductions and distributions as outlined in **Form 8606**.

Withholdings

Enter withheld amounts to calculate refund or balance due.

How to Calculate Income Tax in New Jersey for 2026/27

  1. Enter your total income and any deductions or adjustments.
  2. Select your filing status and applicable credits (resident or nonresident).
  3. Click Calculate to estimate your state and federal tax liabilities, take-home pay, and potential refund.

Advanced Options

  • Add Property Tax Deduction or Credit where applicable.
  • Toggle dependents and child-related credits to adjust your refund estimate.
  • Include IRA or 401(k) contributions to reflect pre-tax savings.
  • Enter withholdings for state, federal, Medicare, and Social Security to calculate refund or balance due.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions for New Jersey filers, including property tax deductions, earned income credits, and nonresident filing requirements.

Is there an inheritance or estate tax in New Jersey?

The estate tax was repealed in 2018, but the inheritance tax still applies to certain heirs such as siblings or nieces/nephews.

What are NJ’s business taxes?

Businesses may owe the Corporation Business Tax (CBT) or Partnership Filing Fee, depending on entity type.

Does New Jersey have an income tax credit for seniors?

Yes—eligible seniors can claim a retirement exclusion up to $100,000 depending on filing status and total income.

Where can I estimate take-home pay for New Jersey?

Try our New Jersey Salary Calculator to see federal, state, SDI, and FICA withholding.

Does New Jersey conform to federal retirement contribution limits?

Yes—401(k) and IRA limits match federal levels for 2026. Contributions reduce federal taxable income but not NJ taxable income.

Important Notes

All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.