North Carolina bonus tax withholding
Employers in North Carolina typically withhold bonuses at the supplemental rate of 4.50%. The table below shows estimated take-home amounts for common bonus sizes.
Supplemental rate vs. aggregate method
North Carolina recognizes the supplemental method for bonuses. Employers may also fold bonuses into regular wages (aggregate method), which can push part of the bonus into higher marginal brackets.
Bonus withholding examples
| Bonus amount | Single filer net | Married filer net |
|---|---|---|
| $$1.000,00 | $$658.50 | $$658.50 |
| $$5.000,00 | $$3,292.50 | $$3,292.50 |
| $$10.000,00 | $$6,585.00 | $$6,585.00 |