Northwest Territories
Tax Calculator 2025
Calculate your NWT territorial and federal income taxes. See your tax brackets and get personalized recommendations.
NWT Tax Brackets 2025
Northwest Territories has 4 territorial tax brackets ranging from 5.9% to 14.05%. One of Canada's lowest tax jurisdictions.
Northern Benefits
NWT residents can claim the Northern Residents Deduction and benefit from no territorial sales tax.
NWT Tax Credits
Take advantage of territorial credits including the Cost of Living Offset and various family credits.
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2025 NWT Territorial Tax Brackets
| Income Range | Territorial Rate | Combined Rate* |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $48,326 | 5.9% | 20.90% |
| $48,326 – $96,655 | 8.6% | 29.10% |
| $96,655 – $157,139 | 12.2% | 38.20% |
| $157,139+ | 14.05% | 47.05% |
*Combined rates include federal tax at the corresponding bracket.
NWT Tax Calculator FAQ
What taxes do NWT residents pay?
NWT residents pay federal income tax, NWT territorial income tax, CPP contributions, and EI premiums. There is no territorial sales tax.
Is NWT a low-tax territory?
Yes, NWT has some of the lowest territorial/provincial tax rates in Canada. The top combined rate of 47.05% is among the lowest in the country.
What is the Cost of Living Offset?
The NWT Cost of Living Offset is a refundable tax credit that helps offset the higher cost of living in the territory for lower and middle-income residents.
What is NWT's basic personal amount?
NWT's basic personal amount for 2025 is approximately $16,593, one of the highest in Canada.
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