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Texas income tax in 2026

Texas does not tax wages. Here is what that means for your pay. Updated November 15, 2026.

Texas income tax on wages

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No state income tax on wages in 2026

Texas income tax rates for 2026

Texas does not tax wages. The only income taxes on a Texas paycheck are federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare.

Texas income tax by income

IncomeTexas taxShare of incomeRate on next dollar
$20,000$00.00%0%
$30,000$00.00%0%
$40,000$00.00%0%
$50,000$00.00%0%
$60,000$00.00%0%
$75,000$00.00%0%
$100,000$00.00%0%
$150,000$00.00%0%
$200,000$00.00%0%
$300,000$00.00%0%
$500,000$00.00%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.

Texas income tax vs. neighboring states

StateRatesTax on $60,000vs. Texas
Texasnone$0—
Arkansas2%–3.7%$1,732+$1,732
Louisiana3%$1,414+$1,414
New Mexico1.5%–5.9%$1,654+$1,654
Oklahoma2.5%–4.5%$2,155+$2,155

What a Texas worker pays in total

State income tax is one part of the bill. On a $60,000 salary a single filer in Texas pays $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare. That leaves $50,390 a year. The Texas paycheck calculator shows it per paycheck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the income tax rate in Texas?

Texas has no state income tax on wages in 2026.

How much Texas income tax do I pay on $60,000?

Nothing. Texas does not tax wages, so a $60,000 salary only pays federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare.

How does Texas compare with other states?

On a $60,000 salary, Texas ranks 1st lowest of the 50 states and DC for state income tax. Among its neighbors, Louisiana charges the least.

Is Texas income tax on top of federal income tax?

There is no Texas income tax on wages, so you only pay the federal one.

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