Nova Scotia Take-Home Pay Calculator 2026
Calculate your per-paycheque take-home pay in Nova Scotia. See federal tax, Nova Scotia provincial tax, CPP, CPP2, and EI deductions.
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Nova Scotia Tax Information for 2026
Key Rates and Thresholds
- Tax Brackets
- 5
- Lowest Rate
- 8.79%
- Highest Rate
- 21.00%
- Basic Personal Amount
- $11,932
Nova Scotia Tax Overview
Nova Scotia has a 5-bracket progressive tax system ranging from 8.79% to 21.0%.
Notable Facts
- Nova Scotia's top marginal rate of 21.0% is the second-highest in Canada after Newfoundland.
- Nova Scotia uses HST at 15%, one of the highest combined sales tax rates.
- NS has a relatively low basic personal amount of $11,932.
- Nova Scotia offers a cost-of-living tax credit for lower-income residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the take-home pay on a $75,000 salary in Nova Scotia?
On a $75,000 salary in Nova Scotia with bi-weekly pay, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $2,145 per paycheque. Nova Scotia has 5 brackets with rates from 8.79% to 21.0%.
What are Nova Scotia's tax brackets for 2026?
Nova Scotia has 5 tax brackets for 2026 starting at 8.79% and rising to 21.0% at the top. The provincial basic personal amount is $11,932.
How does Nova Scotia tax compare to other Atlantic provinces?
Nova Scotia has a top rate of 21.0%, slightly lower than Newfoundland (21.8%) but higher than New Brunswick (19.5%) and PEI (19.0%). All Atlantic provinces use 15% HST.