North Carolina Tax Brackets, Rates

Find North Carolina standard deductions, tax brackets and rates by tax year.

North Carolina Income Tax Returns

North Carolina Income Taxes
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You can prepare and e-File your current North Carolina Income Taxes here on eFile.com together with your Federal Income Tax Return. Information on how to only file a North Carolina State Income Return.

Income Tax Brackets, Rates, Income Ranges, and Estimated Taxes Due

Here, you'll see how income earned in North Carolina is taxed at a flat rate. When you prepare your return on eFile.com, this calculation is done automatically based on your income.

North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2023

North Carolina decrease tax rate for 2023. North Carolina income is now taxed at a constant rate of 4.75%.

Tax Rate
Description
4.75%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your NC taxable income by the tax rate of 4.75%.

North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2022

As you can see, North Carolina has reduced its tax rate for 2022. Income in North Carolina is now taxed at a flat rate of 4.99%.

Tax Rate
Description
4.99%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your North Carolina taxable income by the tax rate of 4.99%.

North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2021

Previously, North Carolina income was taxed at a flat rate of 5.25%.

Tax Rate
Description
5.25%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your NC taxable income by the tax rate of 5.25%.

North Carolina Standard and Itemized Deductions

The North Carolina standard deductions have increased for the current tax year. Additionally, you have the option to itemize your North Carolina deductions.

When you prepare and eFile your Tax Return the eFile Tax App will apply the correct standard deductions for you or you can apply the itemized deduction method.

Tax Year
Status
Amount
2023
Single
$12,750
Married Separate
$12,750
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$25,500
HOH
$19,125
2022
Single
$12,750
Married Separate
$12,750
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$25,500
HOH
$19,125
2021
Single
$10,750
Married Separate
$10,750
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$21,500
HOH
$16,125

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