North Carolina Paystub Generator — Free & Instant

Create accurate paystubs for North Carolina employees with Flat 4.5% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

North Carolina Tax Overview (2026)

4.5%
Flat Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
4.5%
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a North Carolina Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
North Carolina State Income Tax 4.5% State Flat rate • Std deduction: $12,750

Quick Start — North Carolina Paystub

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About North Carolina Payroll

North Carolina has been steadily reducing its flat income tax rate from 5.25% in 2021 to 4.5% in 2025, with plans to continue reducing it. The state eliminated personal exemptions in its 2013 tax reform.

North Carolina uses a flat income tax system with a top rate of 4.5%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, North Carolina workers typically see 4 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a detailed statement showing hours worked, rate of pay, gross wages, deductions, and net wages.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least monthly on regular paydays.

North Carolina Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a North Carolina paystub?

A typical North Carolina paystub includes 4 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), North Carolina State Income Tax (4.5%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the North Carolina state income tax rate?

North Carolina has a flat income tax rate of 4.5%, which applies to all taxable income regardless of income level.

What is the minimum wage in North Carolina?

The current minimum wage in North Carolina is $7.25 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this North Carolina paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free North Carolina paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a North Carolina paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

North Carolina Minimum Wage

$7.25
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 4.5% (Flat)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Std Deduction: $12,750 (single)
  • Total Deductions: 4 line items

Did You Know?

North Carolina has been steadily reducing its flat income tax rate from 5.25% in 2021 to 4.5% in 2025, with plans to continue reducing it. The state eliminated personal exemptions in its 2013 tax reform.

Official Resources

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