New Mexico income tax at common incomes
Wages only, standard deduction, 2026. Federal + New Mexico tax; Social Security and Medicare not included.
| Wages | State (single) | Total (single) | Total (married) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $753 | $3,373 (8.4%) | $897 |
| $60,000 | $1,654 | $6,674 (11.1%) | $3,624 |
| $75,000 | $2,359 | $10,029 (13.4%) | $6,069 |
| $100,000 | $3,569 | $16,739 (16.7%) | $10,216 |
| $150,000 | $6,019 | $30,753 (20.5%) | $20,301 |
| $250,000 | $11,158 | $62,912 (25.2%) | $47,329 |
New Mexico brackets
1.5% over $0 · 3.2% over $5,500 · 4.3% over $16,500 · 4.7% over $33,500 · 4.9% over $66,500 · 5.9% over $210,000 (single).
How New Mexico taxes changed
For 2026, New Mexico raised the single standard deduction from $15,750 to $16,100. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit falls from $2,564 to $2,547 (−$16).
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $15,750 | $16,100 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $2,564 | $2,547 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $58,938 | $59,233 |
Each year uses that year's federal and New Mexico rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- In lieu of the suspended personal exemption, New Mexico offers a deduction of $4,000 for all but one of a taxpayer’s dependents.
Sources: New Mexico revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32. Methodology.
New Mexico income tax FAQ
What is the New Mexico income tax rate for 2026?
New Mexico has a graduated income tax with 6 rates from 1.5% to 5.9%; the top rate starts at $210,000 of taxable income for single filers. The top rate is 5.9%.
How much New Mexico income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $2,359 for a single filer with $75,000 of wages in 2026, on top of $7,670 of federal income tax.
Does New Mexico have local income taxes?
No. New Mexico localities do not levy a separate income tax.