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How to use the Canada Paycheck Calculator
- 1Enter your annual salary or hourly wage.
- 2Choose your province or territory and how often you are paid.
- 3See federal and provincial tax, CPP/QPP, EI and your take-home pay per paycheck.
New Brunswick income tax brackets 2026
New Brunswick has 4 tax brackets, from 9.4% to 19.5%, and a basic personal amount of $13,664 (income below this is effectively tax-free provincially).
| Taxable income | New Brunswick rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $52,333 | 9.4% |
| $52,333 – $104,666 | 14% |
| $104,666 – $193,861 | 16% |
| Over $193,861 | 19.5% |
Federal income tax brackets 2026
Everyone pays federal tax on top of provincial tax. The lowest federal rate fell to 14% from July 2025, and the basic personal amount is $16,452 in 2026.
| Taxable income | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $58,523 | 14% |
| $58,523 – $117,045 | 20.5% |
| $117,045 – $181,440 | 26% |
| $181,440 – $258,482 | 29% |
| Over $258,482 | 33% |
New Brunswick take-home pay at common salaries
Employee paid every two weeks, no RRSP contributions, 2026 rates:
| Salary | Federal tax | Provincial tax | CPP & EI | Take-home / year | Every 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,691 | $2,210 | $2,824 | $32,275 | $1,241.34 |
| $50,000 | $3,985 | $3,079 | $3,582 | $39,354 | $1,513.62 |
| $60,000 | $5,338 | $4,274 | $4,340 | $46,048 | $1,771.06 |
| $75,000 | $8,259 | $6,270 | $5,370 | $55,102 | $2,119.30 |
| $100,000 | $13,302 | $9,714 | $5,770 | $71,215 | $2,739.03 |
| $150,000 | $25,302 | $17,598 | $5,770 | $101,330 | $3,897.31 |
New Brunswick vs nearby provinces
Take-home pay on a $75,000 salary:
| Province / territory | Take-home / year | Average rate |
|---|---|---|
| New Brunswick ★ | $55,102 | 26.53% |
| Prince Edward Island | $54,316 | 27.58% |
| Quebec | $53,689 | 28.41% |
| Nova Scotia | $53,423 | 28.77% |
Take-home pay by province
Frequently asked questions
How much is $75,000 after tax in New Brunswick?
About $55,102 a year ($4,592 a month): federal tax $8,259, New Brunswick tax $6,270, CPP $4,246 and EI $1,123. That ranks #8 of 13 provinces and territories for take-home pay at this salary.
What is the New Brunswick basic personal amount for 2026?
$13,664. Combined with the federal basic personal amount of $16,452, this is the income on which you pay no income tax.
How much are CPP and EI in 2026?
CPP is 5.95% of earnings between $3,500 and $74,600, plus 4% (CPP2) between $74,600 and $85,000. EI is 1.63% of earnings up to $68,900 (1.30% in Quebec). Quebec workers pay QPP (6.3%) and QPIP (0.43%) instead.