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Nebraska Tax Calculators.

2025 income tax rates, brackets, and sales tax for Nebraska. Free calculators with Nebraska-specific defaults.
Tax Type
Progressive
Top Rate
5.84%
Sales Tax
5.5%
Avg Combined
6.94%

Income Tax

Nebraska has a progressive income tax with 4 brackets ranging from 2.46% to 5.84%. The top rate has been gradually reduced from 6.84% as part of ongoing tax reform. Further reductions are planned.

Taxable IncomeRate
$0 - $3,700 2.46%
$3,700 - $22,170 3.51%
$22,170 - $35,730 5.01%
Over $35,730 5.84%
Standard Deduction: $7,900 (single) / $15,800 (joint)
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Sales Tax

Groceries are exempt from sales tax. Prescription drugs are exempt.

State Rate 5.5%
Avg. Combined (with local): 6.94%
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How Nebraska Compares

Nebraska's top rate of 5.84% is above the national average but has been declining. The combined sales tax rate of 6.94% is near the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nebraska's income tax rate?

Nebraska has four income tax brackets with rates of 2.46%, 3.51%, 5.01%, and 5.84%. The rates have been decreasing as part of multi-year tax reform.

Does Nebraska tax groceries?

No, groceries (unprepared food) are exempt from Nebraska's 5.5% state sales tax.

Is Nebraska reducing its income tax rates?

Yes, Nebraska has enacted legislation to gradually reduce income tax rates. The top rate has already dropped from 6.84% and is projected to continue declining in coming years.