New York Bonus Tax Calculator (2026)
New York withholds 11.7% state income tax on bonuses, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
New York rules for bonuses
Optional flat supplemental rate. Published rates: 11.7% for New York State supplemental rate; 4.25% for New York City (residents), same conditions; 1.95975% for Yonkers resident; 0.5% for Yonkers nonresident.
- Only if income tax is withheld from regular wages; otherwise aggregate (method b)
- Only when paid separately or the amount is specified; otherwise one regular payment
If you withhold income tax from an employee's regular wages, you can use one of the following methods for the supplemental wages: a. Withhold at the New York State supplemental rate of 11.70% (0.1170).
Local taxes: NYC 4.25% and Yonkers 1.95975% / 0.50% supplemental rates (NYS-50-T-NYC, NYS-50-T-Y, 1/26)
Take-home bonus by amount
| Bonus | Federal (22%) | FICA | State | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $220 | $77 | $126 | $577 |
| $2,500 | $550 | $191 | $316 | $1,443 |
| $5,000 | $1,100 | $383 | $632 | $2,886 |
| $10,000 | $2,200 | $765 | $1,244 | $5,791 |
| $20,000 | $4,400 | $1,530 | $2,458 | $11,612 |
| $50,000 | $11,000 | $3,825 | $6,097 | $29,078 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bonus tax rate in New York?
New York withholds 11.7% on bonuses when the employer chooses the flat supplemental rate, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
How much of a $10,000 bonus do I keep in New York?
About $5,791 for a single filer earning $85,000: $2,200 federal, $765 Social Security and Medicare and $1,244 state.
Will I get some of the bonus tax back?
Possibly. The 22% federal rate is only withholding. At tax time your bonus is taxed at your bracket (22% at this salary), and New York's flat supplemental rate can also differ from your actual state rate.