North Dakota Paycheck Calculator
On a $60,000 salary in North Dakota, a single filer takes home about $1,936.07 every two weeks ($50,338 a year) after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and North Dakota income tax. North Dakota tax follows the state's own 2026 withholding booklet; enter your own pay below for your exact paycheck. Below the calculator: North Dakota rules on minimum wage, overtime, paydays, your final paycheck and wage claims, each from an official source.
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An estimate of what your employer withholds, using the IRS percentage method. Your actual paycheck can differ by a few cents because of rounding, or by more if your employer uses other settings.
How we got your number
Each step links to the official document it comes from.
Guides: how to read your pay stub · filling out Form W-4 · biweekly vs semi-monthly pay · why pay rises after the Social Security cap · how much tax is taken out, by state · who gets overtime · 1099 vs W-2 pay
North Dakota paycheck rates for 2026
Every rate links to the official source and shows when we last checked it. Our North Dakota tax is checked against the worked examples in North Dakota's own withholding guide on every build: see how we verify.
| What comes out | 2026 rate | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | 10%–37% brackets (IRS percentage method) | IRS Publication 15-T (2026) | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Social Security | 6.2% up to $184,500 | SSA COLA fact sheet | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Medicare | 1.45%, plus 0.9% over $200,000 | IRS Publication 15 | Oct 24, 2026 |
| North Dakota income tax | 1.95% and 2.5% on yearly pay above $57,625 (single), rounded to the dollar | North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner, Income Tax Withholding Rates & Instructions for 2026 | Oct 24, 2026 |
What changed in 2026
North Dakota
- Rates stay 1.95% and 2.50%; brackets were indexed for inflation. Source
Federal, for everyone
- Social Security wage base rose from $176,100 to $184,500. Source
- New 2026 federal withholding tables reflect the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which made the lower tax rates and larger standard deduction permanent. Source
- Form W-4 for 2026: Step 4(b) now covers the new deductions for qualified tips, overtime, car loan interest and people 65 and older, and there is a new checkbox to claim exemption. Source
- Form W-4 Step 3 counts $2,200 for each child under 17. Source
Take-home pay in North Dakota at common salaries (2026)
On a $70,000 salary in North Dakota, you take home about $2,224.66 every two weeks, or $4,820.10 a month, after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and North Dakota income tax.
| Salary | Every two weeks | Per month | Per year | Withheld |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,010.96 | $2,190.41 | $26,284.96 | 12.4% |
| $40,000 | $1,320.00 | $2,860.00 | $34,320.00 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 | $1,629.05 | $3,529.61 | $42,355.30 | 15.3% |
| $60,000 | $1,936.07 | $4,194.82 | $50,337.82 | 16.1% |
| $70,000 | $2,224.66 | $4,820.10 | $57,841.16 | 17.4% |
| $80,000 | $2,487.22 | $5,388.98 | $64,667.72 | 19.2% |
| $90,000 | $2,750.81 | $5,960.09 | $71,521.06 | 20.5% |
| $100,000 | $3,013.38 | $6,528.99 | $78,347.88 | 21.7% |
| $125,000 | $3,668.36 | $7,948.11 | $95,377.36 | 23.7% |
| $150,000 | $4,307.58 | $9,333.09 | $111,997.08 | 25.3% |
Assumes a single filer paid every two weeks with a 2026 Form W-4 and no adjustments, no 401(k) or health deductions, and the rules in force on Oct 26, 2026. Monthly and yearly figures are the paycheck times 26, divided by 12 for monthly. Enter your own pay above for your exact numbers.
What workers earn in North Dakota
The typical (median) worker in North Dakota earns $25.23 an hour, or about $52,480 a year full time, across all 429,430 jobs in the state (BLS, May 2025). At that pay a single filer takes home about $1,705.68 every two weeks, after federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare. Source
| Pay level | Yearly pay | Take-home every two weeks | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $31,320 | $1,051.75 | $27,345.50 |
| 25th percentile | $38,600 | $1,276.73 | $33,194.98 |
| Median (typical worker) | $52,480 | $1,705.68 | $44,347.68 |
| 75th percentile | $75,820 | $2,377.13 | $61,805.38 |
| 90th percentile | $103,150 | $3,096.62 | $80,512.12 |
Pay for common jobs in North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay in North Dakota | Take-home every two weeks | Jobs in North Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Driver | $60,920 | $1,964.52 | 11,870 |
| Registered Nurse | $80,720 | $2,506.71 | 11,340 |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,050 | $1,197.93 | 11,320 |
| Cashier | $31,450 | $1,055.77 | 9,510 |
| Home Health Aide | $39,440 | $1,302.69 | 7,730 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $45,820 | $1,499.87 | 6,840 |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,680 | $1,464.63 | 5,750 |
| Construction Laborer | $49,070 | $1,600.30 | 5,050 |
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for North Dakota: hourly pay for all jobs, times 2,080 hours, rounded to the nearest $10. The jobs are those on our salary by job pages with the most workers in North Dakota. Take-home: single filer paid every two weeks, 2026 Form W-4, no deductions, rules in force on Oct 26, 2026, worked out with the same engine as the calculator.
Paycheck rules in North Dakota
What North Dakota law says about how much, how and when you are paid. Each rule links to the official source. Checked Oct 25, 2026.
| Topic | The rule | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage | North Dakota's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour, the same as the federal rate, in effect since July 24, 2009. North Dakota has no training wage. No increase is scheduled. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Minimum Wage and Work Conditions poster |
| Tipped employees | If you earn tips, your employer can count tips for up to 33% of the minimum wage, so your cash wage must be at least $4.86 an hour. Your employer must tell you in advance and keep records. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| Overtime | You earn time and a half for hours over 40 in a workweek of seven straight days set by your employer. Paid time off and holidays do not count toward the 40 hours. There is no daily overtime. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| How often you must be paid | Your employer must pay you at least once each calendar month, on regular paydays set in advance. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| Final paycheck | Whether you quit or are fired, your final pay is due on the next regularly scheduled payday. If you are fired and no other arrangement is made, your employer must send it by certified mail to the address you give. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| Pay stub | Every pay period, your employer must give you a check stub or voucher showing your hours worked, rate of pay and each deduction. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| Deductions from pay | Besides taxes and court orders, your employer may deduct only advances and deductions you authorized in writing. Deductions for damage, breakage, shortages or negligence need your permission at the time of the deduction. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Minimum Wage and Work Conditions poster |
| Unpaid wage claim | File a wage claim with the ND Department of Labor and Human Rights online or by mail for $125 to $15,000 owed. The wages must have been due no more than two years before you file. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Complaint Inquiry and Wage Claim FAQ |
| Unused paid time off | Unused paid time off your employer gave you generally counts as wages and must be paid when you leave, unless one of the limits allowed by state law applies. | ND Department of Labor and Human Rights, Wage and Hour FAQ |
| Withholding form | North Dakota does not use its own withholding form. Your employer uses your federal Form W-4 to figure North Dakota income tax withholding. | ND Office of State Tax Commissioner, Income Tax Withholding |
More on pay at the minimum: North Dakota minimum wage, with weekly, monthly and yearly pay, take-home pay and the next increase.
What changes in 2027
- Social Security applies to the first $192,300 you earn in 2027 (up from $184,500). SSA
- New federal withholding tables: the IRS has not published them yet. We add them within days of release; until then, 2027 pay dates use the 2026 tables.
- North Dakota has not yet published 2027 withholding rates.
North Dakota changelog
Every version of the North Dakota rules this calculator has used, with the date it takes effect, the official source it comes from and when we checked it. The pay date you enter picks the version in force on that day.
| Effective | Status | What the calculator uses | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2027 | Waiting for the official publication | North Dakota has not yet published 2027 withholding rates. | Will be checked against the new edition of North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner, Income Tax Withholding Rates & Instructions for 2026 |
| Jan 1, 2026 | Verified Oct 24, 2026 (in use today) | North Dakota income tax: 1.95% and 2.5% on yearly pay above $57,625 (single), rounded to the dollar | North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner, Income Tax Withholding Rates & Instructions for 2026 |
Site updates for North Dakota
- Oct 25, 2026: Clearer answers on state, city and bonus pages
- Oct 24, 2026: Added Montana, North Dakota, Hawaii, Maine, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Delaware and Vermont: all 50 states covered
North Dakota paycheck questions
How much North Dakota income tax comes out of my paycheck?
North Dakota uses your federal W-4 filing status: 1.95% of yearly pay above a threshold, 2.5% on high pay, divided across your paychecks and rounded to the dollar. Show the math lists every step.
Why does the calculator ask about Form W-4?
Your employer withholds North Dakota tax based on the Form W-4 you filled in, which is separate from your federal Form W-4. If you never filled one in, employers usually withhold as single with no allowances.
What is the minimum wage for tipped workers in North Dakota?
Employers may take a tip credit of 33% of the $7.25 minimum wage, so tipped employees must get a cash wage of at least $4.86 an hour. Tips must make up the rest, and the employer must keep written records showing it.
Do I get paid for unused vacation when I leave a job in North Dakota?
Generally yes. Unused paid time off your employer granted is treated as wages when you leave and must be paid, unless one of the limits allowed by North Dakota law applies. Check the Department of Labor and Human Rights FAQ for those limits.
How do I file a wage claim in North Dakota and is there a deadline?
File with the ND Department of Labor and Human Rights online or by mailing the paper form. Claims must be for $125 to $15,000, and the wages must have come due no more than two years before you file.
How often does my North Dakota employer have to pay me?
At least once each calendar month, on regular paydays your employer sets in advance. Many employers pay more often, but monthly is the minimum the law requires.
Why is my first paycheck in January different?
New federal withholding tables and a new Social Security cap start on January 1. Pick a 2027 pay date in the calculator to see the change.
Why did my paycheck get bigger late in the year?
Social Security stops once your pay for the year reaches $184,500. Enter your pay so far this year to see when that happens.
How much is $70,000 a year after taxes in North Dakota?
About $57,841.16 a year, or $2,224.66 every two weeks, for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions in 2026. That is after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and North Dakota income tax. Use the calculator for your own filing status and deductions.
What is the average salary in North Dakota?
The median (typical) worker in North Dakota earns $25.23 an hour, about $52,480 a year full time, and the mean (average) is $30.79 an hour, about $64,040 a year (BLS, May 2025). The median is lower because a few high earners pull the average up. At the median, take-home pay is about $1,705.68 every two weeks for a single filer.