Nebraska Capital Gains Tax Calculator
Calculate your 2026 capital gains tax in Nebraska. Nebraska taxes capital gains at rates up to 4.55%, plus federal taxes.
Original purchase price
Renovations, additions — added to your basis
Agent commissions, closing costs, title & transfer fees
Total Tax
$42,900
21.4% effective rate
Capital Gain
$200,000
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Tax Breakdown
Sale price minus selling costs and all taxes (before any mortgage payoff).
Federal
$33,800
NE State
$9,100
Effective Rate
21.4%
Nebraska Capital Gains Tax
Nebraska taxes capital gains as ordinary income at rates up to 4.55% for 2026. The top rate is already set to drop to 3.99% in 2027. This calculator applies the 4.55% top rate to the whole gain, so it overstates the tax for most filers.
Long-term: Taxed as ordinary income (up to 4.55%)
Short-term: Taxed as ordinary income (up to 4.55%)
NIIT Applied
The 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax applies because your income exceeds $200,000.
Nebraska Capital Gains Tax Details
Tax Treatment
Tax Type
Taxed as ordinary income
Maximum Rate
4.55%
Available Exemptions
- Federal home-sale exclusion ($250K single / $500K married filing jointly) flows through to the Nebraska return
- One-time lifetime election to exclude gain on stock of one corporation acquired through your employment there (Neb. Rev. Stat. 77-2715.09)
- Selling costs and capital improvements reduce the taxable gain
Nebraska Capital Gains Tax FAQ
Official References
- IRS Topic 409: Capital Gains and Losses
Federal capital gains tax guidance
- IRS Publication 523: Selling Your Home
$250K / $500K home-sale exclusion, basis adjustments, and selling expenses
- Nebraska DOR — Income Tax Rate Chronology
Nebraska state capital gains rules
This calculator provides estimates. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation in Nebraska.
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