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Texas Income Tax CalculatorNo State Tax on Wages

What does this come to under the current IRS rules?

Texas does not tax wage income. What does apply instead, and what you still owe federally.

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Texas does not tax wage income
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Texas income tax$0
Income entered$85,000
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Texas income tax$0
Income entered$85,000
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Texas has no individual income tax on wages.
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Texas income tax on wages = $0

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  • Texas income tax on wages = $0

How it works

Tax year: 2026.

Texas has no individual income tax. Businesses with total revenue above the no-tax-due threshold pay the franchise (margin) tax.

Sales and use tax and local property taxes are the main taxes individuals see.

Local taxes: Texas cities and counties do not tax income.

Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare still apply; see the federal income tax and FICA calculators.

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Common questions

Does Texas have a state income tax?

No. Texas has no individual income tax. Businesses with total revenue above the no-tax-due threshold pay the franchise (margin) tax.

Is the Texas franchise tax an income tax on owners?

No. It is a tax on the entity's taxable margin; owners do not pay Texas tax on wages or distributions.

Do I still pay federal tax living in Texas?

Yes. Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare apply wherever you live.

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