New Jersey Unemployment Benefits Calculator 2026
2026Estimate your unemployment insurance benefits in New Jersey. Calculate weekly benefit amount, maximum duration, and total potential benefits based on NJ unemployment rules.
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
New Jersey Unemployment Benefits Overview
New Jersey has 7 tax brackets for single filers (1.4% to 10.75%) and 8 brackets for married/head of household filers (1.4% to 10.75%). The top rate applies to income over $1 million.
New Jersey repealed its estate tax effective January 1, 2018, but still imposes an inheritance tax. Rates are 0% for spouses and direct descendants, 11-16% for siblings (first $25,000 exempt), and 15-16% for other heirs.
New Jersey Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) rate is 0.23% of wages, and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) rate is 0.33% of wages for 2025. Benefits pay 85% of average weekly wages up to $1,081/week.
New Jersey has the highest average effective property tax rate in the nation at approximately 2.23%, with some municipalities exceeding 3%.
The state sales tax of 6.625% does not apply to most food, clothing, or prescription drugs. Urban Enterprise Zones offer reduced 3.3125% sales tax rates.
New Jersey Unemployment Key Facts (2026)
| State Income Tax | progressive (up to 10.75%) |
| State Sales Tax | 0.06625% |
| Minimum Wage | $15.49/hr |
| State Disability Insurance (SDI) | Yes (0.0023%) |
| Paid Family Leave | Yes |