Results are estimates for educational purposes only. Based on 2026 federal and New Brunswick tax rates. Always consult a qualified accountant.
New Brunswick income tax overview
New Brunswick has a four-bracket provincial tax system with a top rate of 19.5%, making its overall tax burden moderately high compared to other provinces, though somewhat lower than neighbouring Nova Scotia. New Brunswick is Canada's only officially bilingual province, with significant English and French-speaking populations, particularly in the Moncton and northern regions. The province's economy includes forestry, fishing, agriculture, and a growing service sector centred around Moncton, Saint John, and Fredericton. New Brunswick uses HST at 15%, matching most of Atlantic Canada's harmonized sales tax approach.
2026 New Brunswick tax rate
Tax rate
Taxable income
9.4%
Up to $51,306
14%
$51,307 – $102,614
16%
$102,615 – $190,060
19.5%
Over $190,060
Worked example: $65,000 salary in New Brunswick
A $65,000 salary in New Brunswick results in approximately $7,700 in provincial tax (effective ~11.8%), plus roughly $7,800 federal tax, $3,665 CPP, and $1,079 EI. Annual take-home is approximately $44,756, or $1,721 bi-weekly.
Key facts: 4 provincial brackets (9.4%–19.5%) · Canada's only officially bilingual province · 15% HST
Frequently asked questions — New Brunswick income tax
New Brunswick has a substantial Francophone population, particularly in the northern and eastern regions, and is the only Canadian province with full official bilingual status enshrined in law, requiring government services in both English and French.
New Brunswick's top rate of 19.5% is somewhat lower than Nova Scotia's 21%, though both provinces sit toward the higher end of the Canadian tax spectrum overall.
No. New Brunswick municipalities do not levy local income taxes.
New Brunswick uses HST at 15%, combining federal and provincial sales tax into a single rate, consistent with most of Atlantic Canada.
New Brunswick's economy includes forestry, fishing, agriculture, and energy, with growing service and technology sectors in Moncton, which has become something of a regional hub for customer service and call centre operations.