Texas Take-Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your actual take-home pay in Texas after federal tax, Texas state tax, Social Security, Medicare, and deductions. Texas has no state income tax.

Annual Breakdown

Gross Salary
$65,000
Federal Income Tax
-$5,760
State Income Tax
-$0
Social Security (FICA)
-$4,030
Medicare
-$943
Annual Take-Home Pay
$54,268

Monthly Summary

Monthly Gross
$5,417
Total Deductions
-$894
Monthly Take-Home
$4,522
Effective Tax Rate(all deductions)
16.5%

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Texas Tax Overview

Texas has no state income tax. As the second-largest state by population and economy, Texas offers strong job markets across multiple industries.

No state income taxHigh property taxes (~1.8%)Multiple major metro areas with strong job marketsHigh sales tax (6.25-8.25%)Second-largest state economy

Understanding Your Take-Home Pay in Texas

If you work in Texas, your take-home pay is affected by a combination of federal taxes and Texas-specific taxes and deductions. Here's what Texas residents and workers need to know about their paycheck.

Texas Income Tax

Texas has no state income tax. As the second-largest state by population and economy, Texas offers strong job markets across multiple industries.

Cost of Living in Texas

Texas' cost of living is about 7% below the national average, though Austin has become significantly more expensive. When evaluating your Texas take-home pay, consider how far your paycheck goes based on local costs for housing, food, transportation, and healthcare.

Financial Tips for Texas Residents

  • No state income tax is a major financial advantage, especially for high earners
  • Texas has high property taxes (averaging 1.8%) which partially offset the lack of income tax
  • Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio each offer distinct and strong job markets
  • Consider that Texas has no state income tax but does have a high sales tax of 6.25% (up to 8.25% with local taxes)

Key Texas Tax Features

  • No state income tax
  • High property taxes (~1.8%)
  • Multiple major metro areas with strong job markets
  • High sales tax (6.25-8.25%)
  • Second-largest state economy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the income tax rate in Texas?
Texas has no state income tax. Residents pay only federal income tax, FICA, and Medicare on their wages and salaries.
How much will I take home from a $75,000 salary in Texas?
Your take-home pay from a $75,000 salary in Texas depends on your filing status and deductions. Use the calculator above to get your exact Texas take-home pay. As a rough estimate, single filers in Texas with no state income tax typically take home 70-80% of their gross salary.
Does Texas tax Social Security benefits?
This varies by state. Check the Texas tax overview section above for details on Social Security taxation. At the federal level, up to 85% of Social Security benefits may be taxable depending on your combined income.
How does Texas's tax rate compare to other states?
Texas is one of only 9 states with no state income tax, making it one of the most tax-friendly states for workers. Compare with states like California (13.3% top rate) or New York (10.9% top rate) to see the difference.
What payroll taxes does Texas have besides income tax?
In addition to federal FICA (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), some states have additional payroll taxes such as State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and other state-specific levies. The calculator above automatically includes any Texas-specific payroll taxes in your calculation.

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