New Jersey state tax at a glance
Progressive state income tax (top rate 10.75%)
NJ also withholds ~0.425% for UI/DI/FLI combined
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State tax summary
| Tax type | Rate / details |
|---|---|
| State income tax | Progressive, top bracket 10.75% |
| Standard deduction | Single: $1,000 / MFJ: $2,000 |
| Unemployment/Disability/Family Leave Insurance | Unemployment/Disability/Family Leave Insurance — 0.425% |
How New Jersey paycheck taxes work
New Jersey uses a progressive state income tax with rates from 1.4% to 10.75%. Employers also withhold for Unemployment, Disability, and Family Leave Insurance (UI/DI/FLI). Withholding is based on your NJ-W4 and state tables.