Nevada State Taxes: A Simple Guide
Nevada is known for having no state income tax on individuals, but it still has important state and local taxes, especially sales and property taxes. This guide walks through the basics in plain language.
ℹ️Important: This is a general education guide. Nevada tax rules and local programs can change. Always check official Nevada guidance or talk with a tax professional about your specific situation.
🎰No state income tax
Nevada does not tax most wage and salary income at the state level. That usually means:
- ✓No Nevada state income tax withheld from your paycheck.
- ✓You generally do not file a Nevada personal income tax return.
- •Your main income tax filing is your federal Form 1040.
Note: Nevada still has business, gaming, and other specialized taxes that are outside this individual-focused overview.
🛒Sales and use tax
Nevada has a state sales tax, and local jurisdictions (counties, cities, and districts) add their own taxes on top. Combined rates vary widely across the state, especially in resort areas.
- •Many retail sales of goods are taxable.
- •Some items, like certain groceries or medicines, may be taxed differently or exempt.
- •If you buy taxable items from out of state or online without tax, you may owe use tax to Nevada.
Businesses selling taxable goods or services in Nevada generally must collect and remit sales and use taxes to the state and local authorities.
🏡Property taxes
Property taxes in Nevada are imposed mainly by counties, cities, and local districts, based on the assessed value of homes, land, and other real property.
- •Homeowners receive property tax bills from their county.
- •Property tax revenue helps fund schools, local government, and services.
- •Some homeowners may qualify for relief or special programs, depending on age, disability, or other factors.
🔗Putting Nevada taxes together
A typical Nevada resident may deal with:
- •Federal income tax (Form 1040)
- ✓No state income tax
- •State and local sales and use taxes
- •Local property taxes if they own a home
If you're new to all this, start with how to file your federal taxes and then use this guide to understand what Nevada does—and doesn't— tax at the state level.