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Texas Paycheck Calculator 2026
Your take-home pay in Texas after federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare. Updated November 15, 2026.
Take-home pay every two weeks
$1,938.08
$50,390 a year · 16.02% total tax
Single filer, one job, standard deduction.
Texas paycheck example: $60,000 salary
| Item | Per paycheck | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Texas income tax | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,938.08 | $50,390.00 |
Paid every two weeks (26 paychecks).
How Texas taxes your paycheck
Texas does not tax wages. The only income taxes on a Texas paycheck are federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare.
Federal taxes on a Texas paycheck
Federal taxes are the same in every state. In 2026 a single filer gets a $16,100 standard deduction, and the rest of the salary is taxed through these brackets. On top of that, 6.2% goes to Social Security on wages up to $184,500 and 1.45% to Medicare.
| Taxable income (single) | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $12,400 | 10% |
| $12,400 – $50,400 | 12% |
| $50,400 – $105,700 | 22% |
| $105,700 – $201,775 | 24% |
| $201,775 – $256,225 | 32% |
| $256,225 – $640,600 | 35% |
| Over $640,600 | 37% |
On a $60,000 salary in Texas, federal income tax takes 8.4% of gross pay, Social Security and Medicare take 7.65%, and Texas takes nothing. You keep 84.0%.
Texas take-home pay by salary
| Salary | Take-home / year | Per month | Total tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $26,285 | $2,190 | 12.38% |
| $40,000 | $34,320 | $2,860 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 | $42,355 | $3,530 | 15.29% |
| $60,000 | $50,390 | $4,199 | 16.02% |
| $75,000 | $61,593 | $5,133 | 17.88% |
| $100,000 | $79,180 | $6,598 | 20.82% |
| $150,000 | $113,791 | $9,483 | 24.14% |
| $200,000 | $148,927 | $12,411 | 25.54% |
Hourly wage to take-home pay in Texas
Based on 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year (2,080 hours).
| Hourly wage | Gross / year | Take-home / year | Kept per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 | $31,200 | $27,249 | $13.10 |
| $18 | $37,440 | $32,263 | $15.51 |
| $20 | $41,600 | $35,606 | $17.12 |
| $25 | $52,000 | $43,962 | $21.14 |
| $30 | $62,400 | $52,318 | $25.15 |
| $40 | $83,200 | $67,361 | $32.39 |
| $50 | $104,000 | $81,994 | $39.42 |
$60,000 in Texas by pay period
| Paid | Paychecks a year | Gross | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly | 52 | $1,153.85 | $969.04 |
| Biweekly | 26 | $2,307.69 | $1,938.08 |
| Semi-monthly | 24 | $2,500.00 | $2,099.58 |
| Monthly | 12 | $5,000.00 | $4,199.17 |
What a raise is worth in Texas
Your last dollars are taxed more heavily than your first. This is how much of an extra $1,000 of salary reaches your bank account.
| Current salary | You keep of the next $1,000 | Goes to taxes |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $804 | $197 |
| $60,000 | $804 | $197 |
| $100,000 | $704 | $297 |
| $150,000 | $684 | $317 |
How Texas ranks for take-home pay
On a $60,000 salary, Texas ranks 1st of 51 (50 states and DC) for take-home pay, at $50,390 a year. No state leaves more: it shares first place with the other states that take nothing from wages. Oregon leaves the least, $45,992. Among its neighbors, Louisiana leaves the most ($48,976) and Oklahoma the least ($48,236). The ranking is before any city or county income tax. See the full ranking of all states.
Take-home pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Take-home on $60,000 | vs. Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $50,390 | — |
| Arkansas | $48,658 | −$1,732 |
| Louisiana | $48,976 | −$1,414 |
| New Mexico | $48,736 | −$1,654 |
| Oklahoma | $48,236 | −$2,155 |
Before any city or county income tax.
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Texas?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Texas takes home about $50,390 a year in 2026, or $4,199.17 a month. That is after $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare.
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas does not tax wages, so only federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare come out of your paycheck.
What is taken out of a paycheck in Texas?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500), Medicare (1.45%).
How much is $20 an hour after taxes in Texas?
Working 40 hours a week, $20 an hour is $41,600 a year before taxes. A single filer in Texas keeps about $35,606 of it in 2026: $1,369.45 every two weeks, or $17.12 for each hour worked.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Texas?
A $100,000 salary leaves a single filer in Texas about $79,180 a year in 2026, or $6,598 a month. Total taxes come to 20.82% of pay.
Is Texas a good state for take-home pay?
On a $60,000 salary Texas ranks 1st out of the 50 states and DC for take-home pay, tied with the other states that take nothing from wages. No state leaves more, and a worker keeps $4,398 a year more than in Oregon, which leaves the least.
How much of a raise do I keep in Texas?
At $60,000, an extra $1,000 of salary adds about $804 to your take-home pay in Texas. The rest goes to federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare.
What does this calculator not include?
It assumes a single filer with one job who takes the standard deduction. It does not include 401(k) or health insurance deductions, tax credits for children, or city and county income taxes.
Sources and limits
- IRS, Revenue Procedure 2025-32: federal brackets and standard deduction for 2026
- Social Security Administration: 2026 contribution and benefit base
Estimates for tax year 2026. Not tax advice. Your actual paycheck depends on your W-4, benefits and deductions.
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