Withholding tax canton of Nidwalden 2026
Calculate withholding tax in the canton of Nidwalden — by tariff code, number of children and church tax, with the official FTA tariffs 2026.
| Effective tax rate | 8.1% |
| Withholding tax per year | CHF 6'302.40 |
| Net salary per month | CHF 5'974.80 |
Tariff code A0N · monthly gross salary as the basis
Withholding tax in the canton of Nidwalden
Nidwalden combines Central Swiss low-tax policy with proximity to Lucerne, making it an attractive canton of residence for specialists and managers. For withholding tax the monthly model applies, the tariffs come with and without church tax. Like the ordinary tax, withholding tax here is low.
Key facts 2026
| Calculation model | monthly model |
| Church tax | with and without church tax |
| Tariff codes | A, B, C, H |
| Example: CHF 6'000/month (single) | CHF 455 (7.6%) |
| Example: CHF 8'000/month (single) | CHF 730 (9.1%) |
| Example: CHF 10'000/month (single) | CHF 1'062 (10.6%) |
Withholding tax in Nidwalden in practice
Nidwalden combines a specialised labour market — aviation and precision engineering around Stans — with short distances to Lucerne. Those taxed at source here are often B-permit specialists whose annual salary sits close to the threshold for a subsequent ordinary assessment. Above that threshold you file a tax return, and the withholding tax already paid is credited against the final tax.
What the tariff code changes in Nidwalden
CHF 8'000 gross salary per month in the canton of Nidwalden, six family situations — under the NW tariff 2026:
| Situation | Code | Withholding tax |
|---|---|---|
| Single, no children | A0N | CHF 729.60 |
| Married, single earner, no children | B0N | CHF 493.60 |
| Married, single earner, two children | B2N | CHF 216.00 |
| Married, dual earners, no children | C0N | CHF 735.20 |
| Married, dual earners, two children | C2N | CHF 590.40 |
| Single parent, one child | H1N | CHF 371.20 |
Spread in Nidwalden: CHF 358 per month at an identical salary — CHF 4'301 over a year. Check the code on your payslip.
How the rate climbs with the salary
Single, no children, tariff A0N, canton of Nidwalden:
| Gross salary / month | Rate | Withholding tax |
|---|---|---|
| CHF 4'000 | 5.4% | CHF 214.40 |
| CHF 6'000 | 7.6% | CHF 454.80 |
| CHF 8'000 | 9.1% | CHF 729.60 |
| CHF 12'000 | 11.8% | CHF 1'414.80 |
| CHF 16'000 | 14.1% | CHF 2'252.80 |
The salary quadruples; withholding tax in Nidwalden rises from CHF 214 to CHF 2'253 — the rate from 5.4% to 14.1%.
Nidwalden against the other cantons
At CHF 8'000 gross per month (single, no children, no church tax), Nidwalden sits at rank 4 of 26, counting from the cheapest canton to the most expensive.
- Cheapest canton: Zug at CHF 338.40 per month (CHF 391 less than in Nidwalden)
- Most expensive canton: Neuchâtel at CHF 1'234.40 per month (CHF 505 more than in Nidwalden)
- Nidwalden: CHF 729.60 per month, or CHF 8'755 a year.
Every canton side by side: withholding tax comparison. Paid too much? A tariff correction or subsequent ordinary assessment with the Nidwalden tax administration runs until 31 March of the following year — the guidewithholding tax or ordinary assessment explains how.
Frequently asked questions
Under which model is withholding tax calculated in the canton of Nidwalden?
The canton of Nidwalden calculates under the monthly model. The tariffs include cantonal, municipal and federal tax and are published with and without church tax. The gross salary is decisive; for your salary, use the calculator above.
How high is withholding tax in Nidwalden at CHF 8'000 per month?
A single person without children pays in Nidwalden, at CHF 8'000 gross monthly salary, about CHF 730 withholding tax (9.1% effective). With children, married or with church tax the rate shifts — the calculator above shows your case.
Is Nidwalden worthwhile as a residence for specialists taxed at source?
For tax, yes: Nidwalden’s low income tax is included in the tariff, so the monthly deduction is, at the same salary, lower than in most cantons — at a short distance from the Lucerne economic area.
What happens if my salary in Nidwalden exceeds CHF 120,000?
You are then assessed ordinarily after the fact: you receive a tax return, can claim all your deductions, and the withholding tax already paid is credited against the definitive tax. The monthly deduction continues — it simply becomes an advance payment.
Ordinary income tax in the canton of Nidwalden: tax calculator Nidwalden. Social-security contributions on the salary: salary calculator. All cantons:withholding tax calculator.
Sources: 2026 withholding-tax tariffs:FTA / tax administration of the canton of Nidwalden. The tariff content is the canton's responsibility. Methodology: methodology.
Last updated: 13.07.2026 · 2026 data