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Tennessee income tax in 2026
Tennessee does not tax wages. Here is what that means for your pay. Updated November 15, 2026.
Tennessee income tax on wages
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No state income tax on wages in 2026
Tennessee income tax rates for 2026
Tennessee does not tax wages. The only income taxes on a Tennessee paycheck are federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare.
Tennessee income tax by income
| Income | Tennessee tax | Share of income | Rate on next dollar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $30,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $40,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $50,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $60,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $75,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $100,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $150,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $200,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $300,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
| $500,000 | $0 | 0.00% | 0% |
Single filer with the standard deduction. The share of income is lower than the bracket rate because part of your income is not taxed.
Tennessee income tax vs. neighboring states
| State | Rates | Tax on $60,000 | vs. Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | none | $0 | — |
| Alabama | 2%–5% | $2,509 | +$2,509 |
| Arkansas | 2%–3.7% | $1,732 | +$1,732 |
| Georgia | 4.99% | $2,246 | +$2,246 |
| Kentucky | 3.5% | $1,982 | +$1,982 |
| Missouri | 2%–4.7% | $1,847 | +$1,847 |
| Mississippi | 4% | $1,668 | +$1,668 |
| North Carolina | 3.99% | $1,885 | +$1,885 |
| Virginia | 2%–5.75% | $2,636 | +$2,636 |
What a Tennessee worker pays in total
State income tax is one part of the bill. On a $60,000 salary a single filer in Tennessee pays $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare. That leaves $50,390 a year. The Tennessee paycheck calculator shows it per paycheck.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income tax rate in Tennessee?
Tennessee has no state income tax on wages in 2026.
How much Tennessee income tax do I pay on $60,000?
Nothing. Tennessee does not tax wages, so a $60,000 salary only pays federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare.
How does Tennessee compare with other states?
On a $60,000 salary, Tennessee ranks 1st lowest of the 50 states and DC for state income tax. Among its neighbors, Mississippi charges the least.
Is Tennessee income tax on top of federal income tax?
There is no Tennessee income tax on wages, so you only pay the federal one.
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