North Carolina Tax Brackets, Rates
Find North Carolina standard deductions, tax brackets and rates by tax year.
North Carolina Income Tax Returns
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North Carolina Tax Brackets, Rates explained
IRS Tax Brackets, Rates by Tax Year
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 2026
3.99%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your NC taxable income by the tax rate of 3.99%.
North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2025
4.25%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your NC taxable income by the tax rate of 4.25%.
North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2024
4.50%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your NC taxable income by the tax rate of 4.50%.
North Carolina Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2023
Previous NC Flat Tax Rate.
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
Prior NC Tax Rate.
4.99%
To calculate your taxable income, multiply your North Carolina taxable income by the tax rate of 4.99%.
North Carolina Standard and Itemized Deductions
The North Carolina standard deductions have increased for the 2024 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.
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$TBD
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$TBD
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$25,500
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$25,500
Married Separate - Spouse claiming itemized deductions
$0
Married Jointly/Qualifying Widower
$25,500
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