New York (NY) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
10.9%
Sales Tax
8.53%
Property Tax
1.62%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $8,500 | 4% |
| $8,500 | $11,700 | 4.5% |
| $11,700 | $13,900 | 5.25% |
| $13,900 | $80,650 | 5.5% |
| $80,650 | $215,400 | 6% |
| $215,400 | $1,077,550 | 6.85% |
| $1,077,550 | $5,000,000 | 9.65% |
| $5,000,000 | $25,000,000 | 10.3% |
| $25,000,000 | and above | 10.9% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $8,000 | Married Filing Jointly: $16,050
Sales Tax
State Rate4%
Avg Local Rate4.53%
Combined Rate8.53%
Groceries: Exempt
+1.96% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate1.62%
Median Annual Tax$5,884
+0.55% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsPARTIAL
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: YES
Exemption$6,940,000
Top Rate16%
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 7.25%
Additional Notes
New York has one of the highest combined tax burdens. NYC residents pay an additional local income tax of 3.078%-3.876%. Government pensions (federal, state, local, military) are fully exempt. Private pension/IRA income has a $20,000 exclusion for those age 59.5+.
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Sources: New York Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.