Texas State Income Tax Calculator
This professional-grade tool confirms your Texas state income tax liability is zero and shows your income after state tax by pay period. It is built for Texas workers, job seekers, employers, and financial planners who need a clear, accessible answer fast.
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Data Source and Methodology
Authoritative Sources:
- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts — “No personal income tax in Texas.” Reference: Texas Constitution, Article 8, Section 24 (Prohibition on personal income tax unless approved by voters). Updated 2019 (Prop 4) and ongoing. Official website | Constitution Art. 8, Sec. 24
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The Formula Explained
Texas personal state income tax rate is zero. We compute results using:
\( \text{TX State Tax} = \text{Taxable Income} \times 0 \;=\; 0 \)
\( \text{After-State-Tax Income} = \text{Gross Income} - \text{TX State Tax} = \text{Gross Income} \)
\( \text{Effective State Rate} = \dfrac{\text{TX State Tax}}{\text{Gross Income}} = 0\% \)
Glossary of Variables
- Annual Gross Income: Your yearly wages/salary before any taxes or deductions.
- Pay Frequency: How often you are paid; used to display per‑period values (12 monthly, 26 biweekly, 52 weekly).
- Filing Status: Your federal filing status; included for context but does not affect Texas state income tax.
- Texas State Tax: The amount of personal state income tax owed in Texas — always $0.
- After-State-Tax Income: Gross income minus Texas state income tax (equal to gross income).
- Effective State Rate: State tax divided by gross income (0%).
How It Works: A Step‑by‑Step Example
Suppose your annual gross income is $80,000 and you are paid biweekly.
- Taxable base for Texas state income tax: \( \$80{,}000 \) (conceptually), but the rate is \( 0\% \).
- Compute state tax: \( \text{TX Tax} = 80{,}000 \times 0 = \$0 \).
- After-state-tax income (annual): \( 80{,}000 - 0 = \$80{,}000 \).
- Per-period (26 checks): \( 80{,}000 / 26 \approx \$3{,}076.92 \) after state tax.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Texas have a personal state income tax?
No. Texas does not levy a personal state income tax on wages or salaries.
Why does filing status not change the result?
Because the Texas personal state income tax rate is 0% across all statuses. Filing status matters for federal taxes, which are not part of this tool.
Are there any local income taxes in Texas?
No. Texas cities and counties do not collect local income taxes on wages.
What about the Texas franchise (margin) tax?
That is a business privilege tax paid by certain entities, not an individual income tax. It does not affect your personal paycheck.
Does this calculator include federal taxes and FICA?
No. This calculator focuses strictly on Texas state income tax. Federal and FICA still apply to most workers.
Can I use this to compare Texas to other states?
Yes. Use $0 as the Texas state income tax, then compare with another state's calculator that includes their state income tax rules.
Is the $0 result guaranteed for all income levels?
Yes, for personal wage income. Texas has no personal state income tax regardless of your income bracket.