Texas has no state income tax, so a Texas paycheck loses money only to federal income tax and FICA. Enter your gross pay below (the state is pre-selected) and read your take-home pay per check with every deduction line shown.
What taxes do Texans pay on wages?
Federal income tax on the 2026 brackets after the standard deduction. Social Security at 6.2% up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500. Medicare at 1.45% on all wages. State income tax: $0. Texas is one of nine states with no wage income tax.
Worked example
Federal income tax: $295.00 Social Security: $178.85 Medicare: $41.83 Texas state tax: $0.00
Net per check: $2,368.95 Effective tax rate: 17.88%
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas does not tax wage income, and the state constitution makes an income tax very difficult to impose. You still owe federal income tax and FICA.
How much of my Texas paycheck goes to taxes?
At $75,000 single with biweekly pay, about 17.9% goes to federal and payroll taxes, leaving $2,368.95 per check. Enter your own numbers above for an exact figure.
Do Texans pay more in other taxes instead?
Texas leans on sales and property taxes instead of income tax. That does not change your paycheck math, but it matters for total cost of living.