British Columbia Take-Home Pay Calculator 2026
Calculate your per-paycheque take-home pay in British Columbia. See federal tax, British Columbia provincial tax, CPP, CPP2, and EI deductions.
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British Columbia Tax Information for 2026
Key Rates and Thresholds
- Tax Brackets
- 7
- Lowest Rate
- 5.60%
- Highest Rate
- 20.50%
- Basic Personal Amount
- $13,216
British Columbia Tax Overview
British Columbia has a 7-bracket progressive tax system ranging from 5.6% to 20.5%.
Notable Facts
- British Columbia has 7 tax brackets, one of the most graduated systems in Canada.
- BC's lowest rate of 5.6% is among the lowest starting rates of any province.
- BC uses HST-like structure with combined 12% (5% GST + 7% PST) on most goods.
- BC offers a climate action tax credit to offset carbon tax for lower-income residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the take-home pay on a $75,000 salary in British Columbia?
On a $75,000 annual salary in British Columbia with bi-weekly pay, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $2,230 per paycheque. BC has a competitive lowest tax rate of 5.6% but a progressive system with 7 brackets reaching 20.5% at the top.
What are BC's tax brackets for 2026?
British Columbia has 7 progressive tax brackets for 2026, starting at 5.6% on the lowest income and rising to 20.5% on the highest income. The provincial basic personal amount is $13,216.
How does BC tax compare to Alberta?
BC's tax rates start lower than Alberta (5.6% vs 8%) but rise much higher at the top (20.5% vs 15%). For middle-income earners around $75,000, the difference is relatively small. Higher earners pay significantly more in BC.