North Carolina Tax Tables for 2022
The 2022 North Carolina Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the North Carolina State Tax Calculator 2022.
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North Carolina Tax Tables for 2022
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for North Carolina in 2022. North Carolina applies a flat income tax to this filing status. All taxable income is taxed at the same rate, with no marginal brackets. This table shows the single rate used in calculations. To understand how flat tax tables differ from progressive systems, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Flat Income Tax (2022)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Single filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 4.99% |
Married filing jointly – Flat Income Tax (2022)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing jointly filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 4.99% |
Married filing separately – Flat Income Tax (2022)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing separately filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 4.99% |
Head of household – Flat Income Tax (2022)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Head of household filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 4.99% |
Widowed – Flat Income Tax (2022)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Widowed filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 4.99% |
North Carolina Standard Deduction(2022)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $12,750 |
| Married filing jointly | $25,500 |
| Married filing separately | $12,750 |
| Head of household | $19,125 |
| Widowed | $25,500 |
North Carolina Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and North Carolina updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NC tax digital goods?
Sales tax can apply to certain digital products; for income tax, they’re just part of your income like other sources.
Does NC have a renter’s credit?
NC has limited personal credits; a broad renter’s credit is not typical—see D-400TC.
Does NC tax interest and dividends?
Yes—these are part of NC taxable income unless a specific exclusion applies.
Do I owe NC tax if I work remotely from another state?
If you are an NC resident, report worldwide income; nonresidents owe NC tax on NC-sourced income.
Where can I model FICA separate from NC?
Use the FICA Calculator for OASDI/Medicare, then combine with our NC tool to reconcile net pay.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.