How Much Are Bonuses Taxed in New York?

New York withholds 11.70% on supplemental income like bonuses, in addition to the 22% federal withholding and FICA taxes.

Using the flat method with a $75,000 salary: net bonus of approximately $5,865 (41.3% total withholding rate).

It depends on your salary and bonus. The flat method withholds 22% federal; the aggregate method uses your actual brackets. Use the calculator above to compare both.

No. This is withholding — your actual tax is determined when you file your return. If too much was withheld, you get a refund.

In New York, bonuses are taxed at a 11.70% state supplemental rate plus 22% federal flat rate. You'll also owe 6.2% Social Security (up to the $184,500 wage cap) and 1.45% Medicare. On a $10,000 bonus, you'd take home approximately $5,865.

The New York supplemental withholding rate for 2026 is 11.70%. This is the state portion — your employer also withholds 22% federal tax, 6.2% Social Security, and 1.45% Medicare from bonus payments.

NYC residents owe NYC city income tax on bonuses on top of New York State's 11.70% supplemental withholding rate. NYC city tax is progressive: 3.078% on the first $12,000, 3.762% from $12,000–$25,000, 3.819% from $25,000–$50,000, and 3.876% above $50,000 (single-filer thresholds). Combined with the 22% federal flat rate plus FICA (6.2% Social Security up to the $184,500 wage cap and 1.45% Medicare), an NYC resident's bonus typically faces ~38–39% total withholding. Non-residents working in NYC do not pay NYC city tax on bonuses — only state and federal apply.