Texas income tax in 2026
Texas is one of nine states that do not tax wages. You still pay federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare, but nothing extra to the state on your paycheck.
What to know about taxes in Texas
Texas has no personal income tax, and its constitution requires a public vote to create one. The state funds itself largely through sales taxes and relatively high local property taxes.
- Property taxes on homes are among the highest in the country.
- Major job centers include Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin.
Largest cities: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin.
Take-home pay in Texas by salary
What common salaries look like after taxes in Texas for a single filer.
| Salary | Take-home / year | Per month | Bi-weekly | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $26,285 | $2,190 | $1,011 | 12.4% |
| $40,000 | $34,320 | $2,860 | $1,320 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 | $42,355 | $3,530 | $1,629 | 15.3% |
| $60,000 | $50,390 | $4,199 | $1,938 | 16.0% |
| $70,000 | $58,075 | $4,840 | $2,234 | 17.0% |
| $80,000 | $65,110 | $5,426 | $2,504 | 18.6% |
| $90,000 | $72,145 | $6,012 | $2,775 | 19.8% |
| $100,000 | $79,180 | $6,598 | $3,045 | 20.8% |
| $120,000 | $93,250 | $7,771 | $3,587 | 22.3% |
| $150,000 | $113,791 | $9,483 | $4,377 | 24.1% |
| $200,000 | $148,927 | $12,411 | $5,728 | 25.5% |
Where your taxes go
- Take-home pay$50,39084.0%
- Federal income tax$5,0208.4%
- Social Security$3,7206.2%
- Medicare$8701.5%
- Federal income tax ($5,020). Charged on $43,900 of taxable income after the standard deduction, with a top rate of 12% on your last dollar.
- Social Security ($3,720). This 6.2% payroll tax builds your future Social Security retirement benefit.
- Medicare ($870). It funds hospital insurance for people aged 65 and over, at 1.45% of your pay.
- State income tax ($0). Texas does not tax wages.
How Texas compares with other states
Texas ranks #1 of 51 for take-home pay on $60,000, tied with 7 other states. The gap between the best state (Florida) and the worst (Oregon) is $4,401 a year.
Top 5, your state and bottom 5. Single filer, no pre-tax contributions.
How a 401(k) changes your paycheck
Traditional 401(k) contributions come out of your paycheck before income tax, so saving for retirement costs you less than the amount you put in.
| Contribution | Saved per year | Take-home pay | Per month | Income tax saved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | $0 | $50,390 | $4,199 | — |
| 3% | $1,800 | $48,806 | $4,067 | $216 |
| 6% | $3,600 | $47,222 | $3,935 | $432 |
| 10% | $6,000 | $45,110 | $3,759 | $720 |
| 15% | $9,000 | $42,470 | $3,539 | $1,080 |
Single vs married filing jointly
Marriage changes the math: a couple filing jointly gets twice the standard deduction and brackets twice as wide as a single filer.
| Single | Married, one income | |
|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,020 | $2,840 |
| State income tax | $0 | $0 |
| Social Security + Medicare | $4,590 | $4,590 |
| Take-home pay | $50,390 | $52,570 |
Filing jointly would add $2,180 a year ($182 a month) to this household's take-home pay.
What this salary buys you
With $4,199 arriving each month, here is a realistic budget split.
- $60,000 is 79% of the median household income in Texas ($76,292).
- With the 30% rule, a comfortable rent is up to $1,500 per month.
- That is 4.0 times the Texas minimum wage of $7.25/hour.
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas does not tax wages, so only federal taxes are withheld from your paycheck.
What is the income tax rate in Texas?
Texas has no state income tax on wages.
How much is $60,000 after tax in Texas?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $50,390 a year, or $4,199 per month.
What is the minimum wage in Texas?
The minimum wage in Texas is about $7.25 per hour.
How is my Texas paycheck calculated?
We subtract federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%) from your gross pay.
Figures use 2026 IRS federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security and Medicare rates, and each state's income tax rules for a W-2 employee. Read our methodology. Last updated September 25, 2026. Estimates for information only, not tax advice.