Paycheck Calculator by State: All 50 States 2026

Select your state to calculate your exact take-home pay after federal and state taxes, Social Security, and Medicare. All calculators are updated with 2026 tax rates.

No State Income Tax

Alaska

AK · 0% state tax

Florida

FL · 0% state tax

Nevada

NV · 0% state tax

New Hampshire

NH · 0% state tax

South Dakota

SD · 0% state tax

Tennessee

TN · 0% state tax

Texas

TX · 0% state tax

Washington

WA · 0% state tax

Wyoming

WY · 0% state tax

States with Income Tax

Alabama

Up to 5.0%

Arizona

2.50% flat

Arkansas

Up to 4.4%

California

Up to 12.3%

Colorado

4.40% flat

Connecticut

Up to 7.0%

Delaware

Up to 6.6%

District of Columbia

Up to 10.8%

Georgia

5.49% flat

Hawaii

Up to 11.0%

Idaho

5.80% flat

Illinois

4.95% flat

Indiana

3.05% flat

Iowa

Up to 5.7%

Kansas

Up to 5.7%

Kentucky

4.00% flat

Louisiana

Up to 4.3%

Maine

Up to 7.1%

Maryland

Up to 5.8%

Massachusetts

5.00% flat

Michigan

4.05% flat

Minnesota

Up to 9.8%

Mississippi

Up to 5.0%

Missouri

Up to 4.8%

Montana

Up to 5.9%

Nebraska

Up to 5.8%

New Jersey

Up to 10.8%

New Mexico

Up to 5.9%

New York

Up to 10.9%

North Carolina

4.50% flat

North Dakota

Up to 2.9%

Ohio

Up to 3.5%

Oklahoma

Up to 4.8%

Oregon

Up to 9.9%

Pennsylvania

3.07% flat

Rhode Island

Up to 6.0%

South Carolina

Up to 6.4%

Utah

4.65% flat

Vermont

Up to 8.8%

Virginia

Up to 5.8%

West Virginia

Up to 5.1%

Wisconsin

Up to 7.6%

How State Taxes Affect Your Paycheck in 2026

State income taxes can significantly impact how much of your paycheck you actually take home. In 2026, state tax rates range from 0% in states like Texas, Florida, and Nevada, to over 13% in California's top bracket. This means the same $75,000 salary can yield anywhere from $56,000 to $60,000 in annual take-home pay depending on where you live.

Nine states levy no income tax on earned wages: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. States like Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania use a flat tax rate, while states like California, New York, and Hawaii use progressive brackets that tax higher income at higher rates.

When evaluating job offers across states, always compare net pay after taxes rather than gross salary. A $70,000 offer in Texas may leave you with more money than an $80,000 offer in New York. Use our state comparison tool to see the exact difference.

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Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates only and should not be considered financial or tax advice. Actual amounts may vary based on your specific situation, employer policies, and current tax laws. For personalized advice, please consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor.