Free New York Tax Calculator — Tax Year 2026 — filed in 2027

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Calculate your New York income tax for the 2026 tax year (returns filed in early 2027). This calculator applies the IRS inflation-adjusted federal brackets from Rev. Proc. 2025-32, the NY enacted middle-class rate reductions (3.9%–5.9% on the lower brackets), and the Social Security wage cap increase to $184,500.

Key 2026 updates: higher federal standard deductions ($16,100 single / $32,200 MFJ), expanded Empire State Child Credit ($500 per child ages 4–16, up from $330), and the federal Child Tax Credit remains $2,200 per qualifying child.

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Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates based on 2025 federal tax rates and 2026 New York State tax rates including the middle-class tax cuts (0.1% reduction in five lowest brackets). NYC local tax rates and Yonkers tax calculations are current as of 2025.

Multiple Tax Jurisdictions: New York taxpayers may be subject to multiple layers of taxation. NYC residents pay federal, state, and city income tax. Yonkers residents pay 16.75% of their state tax liability. Non-residents working in Yonkers pay 0.5% on wages earned there. Self-employed individuals in MCTD areas pay an additional 0.34% on income over $150,000.

Tax Credits: The calculator includes the Empire State Child Credit (up to $1,000 per child under 4, $500 per child ages 4-16) and the one-time 2025 Inflation Refund Credit ($300-$400). Income limits apply to both credits.

For Estimation Purposes Only: Actual tax liability may differ based on your complete financial situation. This tool does not account for all deductions, credits, the STAR property tax credit, Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), or other specialized tax situations.

Professional Advice: For complex tax situations involving multiple states, high income levels, or detailed tax planning, consult a qualified tax professional or CPA familiar with New York tax law.

Tax rates based on official IRS and New York State Department of Taxation and Finance publications. Verify current rates at IRS.gov and tax.ny.gov. NYC tax information: nyc.gov.

2026 Tax Information Reference

Federal Tax Information — Tax Year 2026

Federal Tax Brackets (Single Filers)

$0 to $12,40010.00%
$12,401 to $50,40012.00%
$50,401 to $105,70022.00%
$105,701 to $201,77524.00%
$201,776 to $256,22532.00%
$256,226 to $640,60035.00%
$640,601 and over37.00%

Federal Standard Deductions

Single$16,100
Married Filing Jointly$32,200
Married Filing Separately$16,100
Head of Household$24,150

Inflation-adjusted per IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32.

Federal Payroll Taxes

Social Security Employee Rate6.2%
Social Security Wage Cap$184,500
Medicare Employee Rate1.45% (no cap)
Additional Medicare (0.9%)Over $200k single / $250k MFJ
Net Investment Income Tax (3.8%)Same thresholds as above

Federal Child Tax Credit

Credit per qualifying child$2,200
Phaseout begins (single/HOH/MFS)$200,000
Phaseout begins (married)$400,000
Phaseout rate$50 per $1,000 over limit

New York State Tax Information — Tax Year 2026

NY State Tax Brackets (Single Filers)

$0 to $8,5003.90%
$8,501 to $11,7004.40%
$11,701 to $13,9005.15%
$13,901 to $80,6505.40%
$80,651 to $215,4005.90%
$215,401 to $1,077,5506.85%
$1,077,551 to $5,000,0009.65%
$5,000,001 to $25,000,00010.30%
$25,000,001 and over10.90%

Reflects the 0.1% middle-class rate reductions enacted in the 2026 NY budget (e.g. top middle-class rate drops from 6.0% to 5.9%).

NY Standard Deductions

Single$8,000
Married Filing Jointly$16,050
Married Filing Separately$8,000
Head of Household$11,200

Local & Special Taxes

NYC Tax (residents only)3.078% – 3.876%
Yonkers Resident Surcharge16.75% of NY state tax
Yonkers Non-Resident Earnings Tax0.25% on wages
MCTD SE Tax — Zone 1 (NYC)0.60% on net earnings
MCTD SE Tax — Zone 2 (suburban)0.34% on net earnings
MCTD SE Threshold (TY 2026)$150,000 net earnings

NYC Tax Brackets — Tax Year 2026

NYC Tax Brackets (Single Filers)

$0 to $12,0003.08%
$12,001 to $25,0003.76%
$25,001 to $50,0003.82%
$50,001 and over3.88%

NYC residents pay three layers of income tax: Federal + NY State + NYC.

NY State Tax Brackets (Married Filing Jointly)

$0 to $17,1503.90%
$17,151 to $23,6004.40%
$23,601 to $27,9005.15%
$27,901 to $161,5505.40%
$161,551 to $323,2005.90%
$323,201 to $2,155,3506.85%
$2,155,351 to $5,000,0009.65%
$5,000,001 to $25,000,00010.30%
$25,000,001 and over10.90%

New York Tax Credits — Tax Year 2026

Empire State Child Credit

Children under age 4$1,000 / child
Children ages 4–16$500 / child
Income limit (single / HOH)$75,000
Income limit (married filing jointly)$110,000
Income limit (married filing separately)$55,000
Phaseout rate$16.50 per $1,000 over limit

Note: Brackets above show Single filing status. Married, Head of Household, and Married Filing Separately filers use different thresholds.

Tax information reflects federal tax year 2026 law (IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 inflation adjustments) and New York State tax year 2026 rates including the enacted middle-class rate reductions. The Social Security wage cap increases to $184,500 and the Empire State Child Credit (ages 4–16) increases to $500 per child. Always consult a qualified tax professional for personalized advice.

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This calculator provides estimates based on federal tax year 2026 law (IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32) and New York State tax year 2026 rates, including enacted middle-class rate reductions. For personalized tax advice and complex situations, please consult with a qualified tax professional or CPA who can review your specific circumstances.

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