Tax Rates

Current New Zealand Income Tax Rates

Effective from Rates starting 01/04/2026
Income RangeTax Rate
$0 – $15,60010.50%
$15,600 – $53,50017.50%
$53,500 – $78,10030%
$78,100 – $180,00033%
$180,000 and over39%

Tax rates Articles

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Definitive reference for NZ income tax brackets in 2025/2026. Includes worked examples at multiple salary levels, effective vs marginal rate explanation, and links to special rate breakdown pages.

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