North Carolina Income
Tax Rates & Rules
North Carolina has a flat state income tax rate of 4.25%, applied to all taxable income regardless of income level.
North Carolina Flat Income Tax Rate
North Carolina tax year rates, most recently confirmed by the state Department of Revenue.
All Filing Statuses
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| All taxable income | 4.25% |
North Carolina applies a single flat rate to all taxable income, regardless of income level or filing status.
Sources: NCDOR — Tax Rate Schedules. Last verified: August 14, 2026.
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