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Create accurate paystubs for New Jersey employees with Progressive 6.37% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

New Jersey Tax Overview (2026)

6.37%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
6.37%
NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)
0.26%
NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI)
0.06%
NJ Employee Unemployment Insurance/Workforce Development/Supplemental Workforce Fund
0.3825%
Minimum Wage
$15.49/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a New Jersey Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
New Jersey State Income Tax 6.37% State Progressive rate
NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) 0.26% State Employee-paid disability insurance • Wage base: $165,400
NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI) 0.06% Special Employee share of paid family/medical leave program
NJ Employee Unemployment Insurance/Workforce Development/Supplemental Workforce Fund 0.3825% State Employee contribution to state unemployment insurance

New Jersey Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
1.4% $0 – $20,000
1.75% $20,000 – $35,000
3.5% $35,000 – $40,000
5.525% $40,000 – $75,000
6.37% $75,000 – $500,000
8.97% $500,000 – $1,000,000
10.75% $1,000,000 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About New Jersey Payroll

New Jersey has one of the most complex employee-side payroll deduction systems, with separate withholdings for SUI, SDI/TDI, FLI, and state income tax. The combined employee payroll deductions can be significant.

New Jersey uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 6.37%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, New Jersey workers typically see 7 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a statement showing gross pay, itemized deductions (including taxes, insurance, etc.), and net pay.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least semi-monthly.

New Jersey Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a New Jersey paystub?

A typical New Jersey paystub includes 7 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), New Jersey State Income Tax (6.37%), NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) (0.26%), NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI) (0.06%), NJ Employee Unemployment Insurance/Workforce Development/Supplemental Workforce Fund (0.3825%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the New Jersey state income tax rate?

New Jersey has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the New Jersey Division of Taxation for exact rates.

What is NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)?

NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) is a state-mandated disability insurance program. Employees in New Jersey contribute 0.26% of their wages to fund short-term disability benefits. This deduction appears as a separate line item on your paystub.

What is NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI)?

NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI) is a state program that provides paid leave for qualifying family and medical reasons. Employees contribute 0.06% of their wages. This deduction appears on your paystub as a separate withholding.

What is the minimum wage in New Jersey?

The current minimum wage in New Jersey is $15.49 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this New Jersey paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free New Jersey paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a New Jersey paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

New Jersey Minimum Wage

$15.49
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 6.37% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • NJ Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI): 0.26%
  • NJ Family Leave Insurance (FLI): 0.06%
  • NJ Employee Unemployment Insurance/Workforce Development/Supplemental Workforce Fund: 0.3825%
  • Personal Exemption: $1,000
  • Total Deductions: 7 line items

Did You Know?

New Jersey has one of the most complex employee-side payroll deduction systems, with separate withholdings for SUI, SDI/TDI, FLI, and state income tax. The combined employee payroll deductions can be significant.

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