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New Zealand Tax Tables 2019 - Tax Rates and Thresholds in New Zealand

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This page contains the tax table information used for the calculation of tax and payroll deductions in New Zealand in 2019. These tax tables are used for the tax and payroll calculators published on iCalculator™ NZ, these tools are provided for your free use on our website. If you would like additional tax table information added to the tax calculators for New Zealand or would like to add to or suggest amendments to the information herein then please contact us.

New Zealand Personal Income Tax Tables in 2019

The Income tax rates and personal allowances in New Zealand are updated annually with new tax tables published for Resident and Non-resident taxpayers. The Tax tables below include the tax rates, thresholds and allowances included in the New Zealand Tax Calculator 2019.

New Zealand Residents Income Tax Tables in 2019
Personal Income Tax Rates and Thresholds (Annual)
Tax RateTaxable Income Threshold
10.5%Income from $ 0.000.00to $ 14,000.00
17.5%Income from $ 14,000.01 to $ 48,000.00
30%Income from $ 48,000.01 to $ 70,000.00
33%Income from $ 70,000.01 and above
New Zealand Non-residents Income Tax Tables in 2019
Personal Income Tax Rates and Thresholds (Annual)
Tax RateTaxable Income Threshold
10.5%Income from $ 0.000.00to $ 14,000.00
17.5%Income from $ 14,000.01 to $ 48,000.00
30%Income from $ 48,000.01 to $ 70,000.00
33%Income from $ 70,000.01 and above

New Zealand Social Security Rates in 2019

In New Zealand, both employees and employers are responsible for contributing to several key social security elements. These contributions are essential in funding various social services and benefits for individuals and the community.

New Zealand Social Security in 2019: Rates for Employers and Employees
Social security categoryEmployeeEmployerTotal
KiwiSaver3%3%6%
Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) levy1.39%0%1.39%
Work levy0%1.3%1.3%
Working Safer levy0%0.08%0.08%
New Zealand Social Security in 2019: Earnings Thresholds for Employers and Employees
Social security categoryEmployeeEmployer
Min.Max.Min.Max.
KiwiSavern/an/an/an/a
Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) levyn/an/an/an/a
Work levyn/an/an/an/a
Working Safer levyn/an/an/an/a

Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) Levies

  • Employee Contribution:

    Employees contribute to the ACC through a levy that is included in their income tax. The ACC provides comprehensive, no-fault personal injury cover for all residents and visitors to New Zealand. It covers costs associated with recovery from injuries, including medical expenses and support during periods of inability to work.

  • Employer Contribution:

    Employers pay an ACC levy based on their total payroll, the type of industry, and their history of claims with the ACC. This levy supports the same coverage as the employee's contribution.

KiwiSaver Contributions

  • Employee Contribution:

    KiwiSaver is a voluntary, work-based savings scheme aimed at aiding long-term retirement savings. Employees can opt to contribute a certain percentage of their gross salary to their KiwiSaver account, which accrues over time for their retirement.

  • Employer Contribution:

    Employers also contribute to their employees' KiwiSaver accounts, enhancing their retirement savings. These contributions are subject to specific conditions and thresholds.

Superannuation Fund

  • Employer Contribution:

    Some employers may contribute to a superannuation fund on behalf of their employees, which is another form of retirement saving. Unlike KiwiSaver, these contributions are additional benefits and are not mandated by law.

These social security measures demonstrate New Zealand's commitment to supporting the welfare of its workforce, from providing immediate assistance in case of injuries to aiding in retirement planning.

New Zealand VAT Rates in 2019

VAT rates for New Zealand are reviewed annually, you can use the VAT Calculator to calculate VAT due in New Zealand or use the Reverse VAT Calculator to calculate the net cost of goods/services after deducting VAT.

New Zealand VAT Rates
VAT RateVAT Description
0%VAT Exempt
0%Zero Rated
9%Reduced Rate
15%Standard Rate

Historic Tax Tables supported for New Zealand

The following tax tables are supported by iCalculator™ NZ as part of the suite of free tax tools we provide for New Zealand.