Single
Married Filing Jointly
Married Filing Separately
Head of Household
Estimated Total Tax Liability:
$0.00
Understanding New York State and New York City Income Taxes
New York State and New York City residents are subject to a dual income tax system. This means you pay income tax to both the state and the city (if you live or work in NYC). The tax rates and brackets are different for the state and the city, and they are progressive, meaning higher income levels are taxed at higher rates.
How New York State Income Tax Works
New York State uses a progressive tax system. Taxable income is divided into several brackets, with each bracket taxed at a specific rate. The tax liability is calculated by applying the rate of each bracket to the portion of your income that falls within that bracket.
The tax rates and income brackets for New York State are subject to change annually. This calculator uses the most recent available rates for informational purposes.
How New York City Income Tax Works
Similarly, New York City has its own set of progressive tax brackets and rates. The calculation is similar to the state tax: income is segmented into brackets, and different rates apply to each segment. If you live in New York City, you will pay both New York State and New York City income taxes. If you work in NYC but live elsewhere in NY State, you will still owe NYC income tax.
Filing Status
Your filing status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, Married Filing Separately, Head of Household) significantly impacts your tax liability. Different statuses have different standard deductions and tax bracket thresholds, affecting the overall amount of tax owed.
Important Considerations
This calculator provides an estimate based on current tax laws and common scenarios.
It does not account for all potential deductions, credits, or specific tax situations (e.g., capital gains, business income, itemized deductions beyond the standard deduction).
Actual tax liability may vary. Consult with a qualified tax professional for personalized advice.
Tax laws and rates are subject to change.
Tax Brackets (Illustrative – Rates May Vary)
The following are illustrative tax brackets and rates. These are simplified for the calculator and may not reflect all nuances or the most current year's adjustments.
New York State Tax Brackets (2023 – Single Filer Example)
Income Bracket
Tax Rate
Up to $8,500
4.00%
$8,501 to $11,700
4.50%
$11,701 to $13,800
5.00%
$13,801 to $16,100
5.50%
$16,101 to $70,700
6.00%
$70,701 to $171,600
9.70%
$171,601 to $312,650
10.30%
$312,651 to $375,250
10.90%
$375,251 to $438,550
11.30%
$438,551 to $1,079,800
11.70%
Over $1,079,800
12.00%
New York City Tax Brackets (2023 – Single Filer Example)
Income Bracket
Tax Rate
$0 to $12,000
3.077%
$12,001 to $27,000
4.014%
$27,001 to $100,000
4.531%
$100,001 to $250,000
5.25%
$250,001 to $500,000
5.50%
Over $500,000
5.875%
Note: These brackets are simplified. Actual calculations involve deductions and credits, and the brackets themselves can adjust yearly. Married filing jointly and other statuses have different bracket thresholds.
function calculateTaxes() {
var income = parseFloat(document.getElementById('income').value);
var filingStatus = document.getElementById('filingStatus').value;
if (isNaN(income) || income < 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid income amount.");
return;
}
var nyStateTax = calculateNYStateTax(income, filingStatus);
var nycTax = calculateNYCTax(income, filingStatus);
var totalTax = nyStateTax + nycTax;
document.getElementById('taxResult').innerHTML = "
Estimated Total Tax Liability:
$" + totalTax.toLocaleString(undefined, { minimumFractionDigits: 2, maximumFractionDigits: 2 }) + "";
}
function calculateNYStateTax(income, filingStatus) {
var tax = 0;
var taxableIncome = income; // Simplified – assumes no deductions for this example
// NY State Tax Brackets and Rates (Approximate for 2023 – Single Filer)
// These are simplified marginal rates and don't include standard deductions.
// For a more accurate calculation, one would need to subtract standard deductions first.
var brackets = [
{ limit: 8500, rate: 0.0400 },
{ limit: 11700, rate: 0.0450 },
{ limit: 13800, rate: 0.0500 },
{ limit: 16100, rate: 0.0550 },
{ limit: 70700, rate: 0.0600 },
{ limit: 171600, rate: 0.0970 },
{ limit: 312650, rate: 0.1030 },
{ limit: 375250, rate: 0.1090 },
{ limit: 438550, rate: 0.1130 },
{ limit: 1079800, rate: 0.1170 },
{ limit: Infinity, rate: 0.1200 }
];
// Adjustments for filing status would be complex here.
// For simplicity, this example uses a single filer structure and applies it generally.
// A real-world calculator would need specific brackets per filing status.
var previousLimit = 0;
for (var i = 0; i previousLimit) {
var taxableAmountInBracket = Math.min(taxableIncome, brackets[i].limit) – previousLimit;
tax += taxableAmountInBracket * brackets[i].rate;
previousLimit = brackets[i].limit;
} else {
break;
}
}
// A simple way to include a standard deduction placeholder. This is highly simplified.
// Real NYS standard deductions vary by filing status.
var standardDeductionPlaceholder = 0;
if (filingStatus === 'single' || filingStatus === 'married_separately') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 8500; // Simplified placeholder
} else if (filingStatus === 'married_jointly') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 17000; // Simplified placeholder
} else if (filingStatus === 'head_of_household') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 12750; // Simplified placeholder
}
var adjustedIncomeForState = Math.max(0, income – standardDeductionPlaceholder);
tax = 0; // Reset tax to recalculate with adjusted income
previousLimit = 0;
for (var i = 0; i previousLimit) {
var taxableAmountInBracket = Math.min(adjustedIncomeForState, brackets[i].limit) – previousLimit;
tax += taxableAmountInBracket * brackets[i].rate;
previousLimit = brackets[i].limit;
} else {
break;
}
}
// Add the "Higher Income Tax Surcharge" (for income above certain thresholds)
if (adjustedIncomeForState > 1000000) {
tax += (adjustedIncomeForState – 1000000) * 0.0025; // Example rate
}
if (adjustedIncomeForState > 5000000) {
tax += (adjustedIncomeForState – 5000000) * 0.005; // Example rate
}
// The NYS "4% Pari-Mutuel Tax" or similar specific taxes aren't included here for simplicity.
return tax;
}
function calculateNYCTax(income, filingStatus) {
var tax = 0;
var taxableIncome = income; // Simplified – assumes no deductions
// NYC Tax Brackets and Rates (Approximate for 2023 – Single Filer)
var brackets = [
{ limit: 12000, rate: 0.03077 },
{ limit: 27000, rate: 0.04014 },
{ limit: 100000, rate: 0.04531 },
{ limit: 250000, rate: 0.05250 },
{ limit: 500000, rate: 0.05500 },
{ limit: Infinity, rate: 0.05875 }
];
// Adjustments for filing status would be complex here.
// For simplicity, this example uses a single filer structure and applies it generally.
// A real-world calculator would need specific brackets per filing status.
var previousLimit = 0;
for (var i = 0; i previousLimit) {
var taxableAmountInBracket = Math.min(taxableIncome, brackets[i].limit) – previousLimit;
tax += taxableAmountInBracket * brackets[i].rate;
previousLimit = brackets[i].limit;
} else {
break;
}
}
// A simple way to include a standard deduction placeholder. This is highly simplified.
// Real NYC standard deductions vary by filing status.
var standardDeductionPlaceholder = 0;
if (filingStatus === 'single' || filingStatus === 'married_separately') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 8000; // Simplified placeholder
} else if (filingStatus === 'married_jointly') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 16000; // Simplified placeholder
} else if (filingStatus === 'head_of_household') {
standardDeductionPlaceholder = 11500; // Simplified placeholder
}
var adjustedIncomeForNYC = Math.max(0, income – standardDeductionPlaceholder);
tax = 0; // Reset tax to recalculate with adjusted income
previousLimit = 0;
for (var i = 0; i previousLimit) {
var taxableAmountInBracket = Math.min(adjustedIncomeForNYC, brackets[i].limit) – previousLimit;
tax += taxableAmountInBracket * brackets[i].rate;
previousLimit = brackets[i].limit;
} else {
break;
}
}
return tax;
}