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This page contains the tax table information used for the calculation of tax and payroll deductions in New Jersey in 2021. These tax tables are used for the tax and payroll calculators published on iCalculatorâą US, these tools are provided for your free use on our website. If you would like additional tax table information added to the tax calculators for New Jersey or would like to add to or suggest amendments to the information herein then please contact us.
2021 Tax Tables [Quick Links]
- New Jersey State Income Tax Tables
- New Jersey State Payroll Deductions in 2021
- Federal Income Tax Tables
- Federal FICA Rates in 2021
- Federal EITC in 2021
- Federal Retirement Plan Thresholds in 2021
- Alternate Tax Years
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New Jersey State Income Tax Tables in 2021
The Income tax rates and personal allowances in New Jersey are updated annually with new tax tables published for Resident and Non-resident taxpayers. The Tax tables below include the tax rates, thresholds and allowances included in the New Jersey Tax Calculator 2021.
New Jersey provides a standard Personal Exemption tax deduction of $ 1,000.00 in 2021 per qualifying filer and $ 1,500.00 per qualifying dependent(s), this is used to reduce the amount of income that is subject to tax in 2021.
New Jersey Single Filer Tax Tables
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 1.75% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 35,000.00 |
| 3.5% | Income from $ 35,000.01 | to | $ 40,000.00 |
| 5.53% | Income from $ 40,000.01 | to | $ 75,000.00 |
| 6.37% | Income from $ 75,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 8.97% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| 10.75% | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey Married (Joint) Filer Tax Tables
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 1.75% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 50,000.00 |
| 2.45% | Income from $ 50,000.01 | to | $ 70,000.00 |
| 3.5% | Income from $ 70,000.01 | to | $ 80,000.00 |
| 5.53% | Income from $ 80,000.01 | to | $ 150,000.00 |
| 6.37% | Income from $ 150,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 8.97% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| 10.75% | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey Married (separate) Filer Tax Tables
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 1.75% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 35,000.00 |
| 3.5% | Income from $ 35,000.01 | to | $ 40,000.00 |
| 5.53% | Income from $ 40,000.01 | to | $ 75,000.00 |
| 6.37% | Income from $ 75,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 8.97% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| 10.75% | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey Head of Household Filer Tax Tables
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 1.75% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 50,000.00 |
| 3.5% | Income from $ 50,000.01 | to | $ 70,000.00 |
| 5.53% | Income from $ 70,000.01 | to | $ 80,000.00 |
| 6.37% | Income from $ 80,000.01 | to | $ 150,000.00 |
| 8.97% | Income from $ 150,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 10.75% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| % | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey Widower Filer Tax Tables
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 1.75% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 50,000.00 |
| 2.45% | Income from $ 50,000.01 | to | $ 70,000.00 |
| 3.5% | Income from $ 70,000.01 | to | $ 80,000.00 |
| 5.53% | Income from $ 80,000.01 | to | $ 150,000.00 |
| 6.37% | Income from $ 150,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 8.97% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| 10.75% | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey State Payroll Deductions in 2021
In compliance with the regulations set forth by New Jersey, employers are mandated to adhere to specific payroll deduction requirements. These deductions, essential for ensuring conformity with legal standards, are routinely withheld by employers. It's important to note that these deductions are subject to annual revisions. For the year 2021, the detailed breakdown of New Jersey payroll deductions can be found below, reflecting our commitment to both regulatory adherence and transparency.
| Social security category | Employee | Employer | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0.3825% | 3.2825% | 3.665% |
| Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Social security category | Employee | Employer | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min. Earnings | Max. Contribution | Min. Earnings | Max. Contribution | |
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | n/a | $ 41,100.00 | n/a | $ 41,100.00 |
| Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) | n/a | n/a | n/a | $ 41,100.00 |
Federal Income Tax Tables in 2021
Federal Single Filer Tax Tables
The federal standard deduction for a Single Filer in 2021 is $ 12,550.00.
The federal federal allowance for Over 65 years of age Single Filer in 2021 is $ 1,350.00
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 9,950.00 |
| 12% | Income from $ 9,950.01 | to | $ 40,525.00 |
| 22% | Income from $ 40,525.01 | to | $ 86,375.00 |
| 24% | Income from $ 86,375.01 | to | $ 164,925.00 |
| 32% | Income from $ 164,925.01 | to | $ 209,425.00 |
| 35% | Income from $ 209,425.01 | to | $ 523,600.00 |
| 37% | Income from $ 523,600.01 | and above | |
Federal Married (Joint) Filer Tax Tables
The federal standard deduction for a Married (Joint) Filer in 2021 is $ 25,100.00.
The federal federal allowance for Over 65 years of age Married (Joint) Filer in 2021 is $ 1,350.00
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 19,900.00 |
| 12% | Income from $ 19,900.01 | to | $ 81,050.00 |
| 22% | Income from $ 81,050.01 | to | $ 172,750.00 |
| 24% | Income from $ 172,750.01 | to | $ 329,850.00 |
| 32% | Income from $ 329,850.01 | to | $ 418,850.00 |
| 35% | Income from $ 418,850.01 | to | $ 628,300.00 |
| 37% | Income from $ 628,300.01 | and above | |
Federal Married (separate) Filer Tax Tables
The federal standard deduction for a Married (separate) Filer in 2021 is $ 12,550.00.
The federal federal allowance for Over 65 years of age Married (separate) Filer in 2021 is $ 1,350.00
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 9,950.00 |
| 12% | Income from $ 9,950.01 | to | $ 40,525.00 |
| 22% | Income from $ 40,525.01 | to | $ 86,375.00 |
| 24% | Income from $ 86,375.01 | to | $ 164,925.00 |
| 32% | Income from $ 164,925.01 | to | $ 209,425.00 |
| 35% | Income from $ 209,425.01 | to | $ 314,150.00 |
| 37% | Income from $ 314,150.01 | and above | |
Federal Head of Household Filer Tax Tables
The federal standard deduction for a Head of Household Filer in 2021 is $ 18,800.00.
The federal federal allowance for Over 65 years of age Head of Household Filer in 2021 is $ 1,350.00
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 14,200.00 |
| 12% | Income from $ 14,200.01 | to | $ 54,200.00 |
| 22% | Income from $ 54,200.01 | to | $ 86,350.00 |
| 24% | Income from $ 86,350.01 | to | $ 164,900.00 |
| 32% | Income from $ 164,900.01 | to | $ 209,400.00 |
| 35% | Income from $ 209,400.01 | to | $ 523,600.00 |
| 37% | Income from $ 523,600.01 | and above | |
Federal Widower Filer Tax Tables
The federal standard deduction for a Widower Filer in 2021 is $ 25,100.00.
The federal federal allowance for Over 65 years of age Widower Filer in 2021 is $ 1,350.00
| Tax Rate | Taxable Income Threshold | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Income from $ 0.000.00 | to | $ 20,000.00 |
| 12% | Income from $ 20,000.01 | to | $ 50,000.00 |
| 22% | Income from $ 50,000.01 | to | $ 70,000.00 |
| 24% | Income from $ 70,000.01 | to | $ 80,000.00 |
| 32% | Income from $ 80,000.01 | to | $ 150,000.00 |
| 35% | Income from $ 150,000.01 | to | $ 500,000.00 |
| 37% | Income from $ 500,000.01 | to | $ 1,000,000.00 |
| % | Income from $ 1,000,000.01 | and above | |
New Jersey: Federal EITC(Earned Income Tax Credits) Rates and Thresholds in 2021
Note: you must be between the ages of 25 and 65 to claim EITC in 2021 unless you have 1 or more children.
| Element | Number of Children | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| Credit rate | 15.3% | 34% | 40% | 45% |
| Earned income amount | $ 9,820.00 | $ 10,640.00 | $ 14,950.00 | $ 14,950.00 |
| Maximum credit amount | $ 1,502.00 | $ 3,618.00 | $ 5,980.00 | $ 6,728.00 |
| Phaseout amount threshold | $ 11,610.00 | $ 19,520.00 | $ 19,520.00 | $ 19,520.00 |
| 15.3% | 15.98% | 21.06% | 21.06% | |
| Element | Number of Children | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| Credit rate | 7.65% | 34% | 40% | 45% |
| Earned income amount | $ 7,840.00 | $ 11,750.00 | $ 16,510.00 | $ 16,510.00 |
| Maximum credit amount | $ 1,502.00 | $ 3,618.00 | $ 5,980.00 | $ 6,728.00 |
| Phaseout amount threshold | $ 14,950.00 | $ 19,520.00 | $ 19,520.00 | $ 19,520.00 |
| Phaseout rate | 7.65% | 15.98% | 21.06% | 21.06% |
New Jersey: Federal FICA Rates in 2021
| FICA category | Employee | Employer | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Security | 6.2% | 6.2% | 12.4% |
| Medicare | 1.45% | 1.45% | 2.9% |
| Additional Medicare | 0.9% | 0% | 0.9% |
| Federal Unemployment Taxes (FUTA) | 0% | 6% | 6% |
| FICA category | Employee | Employer | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min. Earnings | Max. Contribution | Min. Earnings | Max. Contribution | |
| Social Security | n/a | $ 142,800.00 | n/a | $ 142,800.00 |
| Medicare | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Additional Medicare | $ 200,000.00 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Federal Unemployment Taxes (FUTA) | n/a | n/a | n/a | $ 7,000.00 |
New Jersey: Federal Retirement Plan Thresholds in 2021
| Retirment Plan type | Standard | Over 50 Catch Up |
|---|---|---|
| $ 19,500.00 | $ 6,500.00 | |
| $ 13,500.00 | $ 3,000.00 |
2021 Tax Calculator for New Jersey
The 2021 tax rates and thresholds for both the New Jersey State Tax Tables and Federal Tax Tables are comprehensively integrated into the New Jersey Tax Calculator for 2021. This tool is freely available and is designed to help you accurately estimate your 2022 tax return.
Historic Tax Tables supported for New Jersey
The following tax tables are supported by iCalculatorâą US as part of the suite of free tax tools available in the US Tax HUB we provide for New Jersey.
- New Jersey 2024 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2023 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2022 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2021 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2020 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2019 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2018 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2017 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2016 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2015 Tax Tables
- New Jersey 2014 Tax Tables
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New Jersey State Income Tax Tables in 2021:
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Personal Exemption:
- New Jersey provides a standard Personal Exemption tax deduction of $1,000.00 in 2021 per qualifying filer and $1,500.00 per qualifying dependent(s). This deduction helps reduce the taxable income.
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Tax Rates for Single, Married (Joint), Married (Separate), Head of Household, and Widower Filers:
- Different tax rates are applied based on the filer's status and income. Rates range from 1.4% to 10.75%, with corresponding income thresholds.
New Jersey State Payroll Deductions in 2021:
- Social Security, Unemployment Insurance Tax, and Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI):
- Employers and employees are subject to deductions for Social Security, Unemployment Insurance Tax, and Temporary Disability Insurance. Rates and thresholds vary for these deductions.
Federal Income Tax Tables in 2021:
- Federal Single, Married (Joint), Married (Separate), Head of Household, and Widower Filers:
- The federal income tax tables provide rates and thresholds for different filing statuses. Standard deductions and allowances for age are also mentioned.
Federal Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) in 2021:
- EITC Tables for Unmarried and Married Taxpayers:
- Earned Income Tax Credits are available for eligible taxpayers with specific income levels and the number of qualifying children. The tables show credit rates, earned income amounts, maximum credit amounts, and phaseout thresholds.
Federal FICA Rates in 2021:
- Social Security, Medicare, and Additional Medicare:
- FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) rates for Social Security, Medicare, and Additional Medicare are outlined for both employers and employees, along with corresponding thresholds.
Federal Retirement Plan Thresholds in 2021:
- Retirement Plan Types and Thresholds:
- The article mentions federal retirement plan types and their associated thresholds for standard contributions and catch-up contributions for individuals over 50.
2021 Tax Calculator for New Jersey:
- Integration of State and Federal Tax Tables:
- The article introduces the 2021 Tax Calculator for New Jersey, integrating both state and federal tax rates and thresholds. This tool assists individuals in estimating their tax returns accurately.
Historic Tax Tables:
- Supported Tax Tables by iCalculatorâą US:
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