Nine states levy no income tax on wages in 2026: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. Residents of these states keep a larger share of their paycheck — but that does not mean zero state deductions. Payroll-based programs (such as Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave) still withhold from wages, and other taxes fund state government in place of income tax.
Use the paycheck calculator to see your exact take-home, or compare states with the salary comparison tool.
The Nine No-Income-Tax States at a Glance
| State | Wages taxed? | Key notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska (AK) | No | No state income or sales tax. Employee UI contribution 0.5% on first $54,200 ($271/yr max). (Alaska DOL) |
| Florida (FL) | No | Revenue from sales tax, tourism taxes, and corporate income tax on businesses. |
| New Hampshire (NH) | No | Interest and Dividends Tax repealed effective Jan 1, 2025. No wage or investment income tax in 2026. |
| Nevada (NV) | No | Revenue primarily from sales and gaming taxes; no individual income tax. |
| South Dakota (SD) | No | No income tax; relies on sales tax and property tax. |
| Tennessee (TN) | No | Hall income tax on dividends was repealed effective Jan 1, 2021. No wage or investment income tax. |
| Texas (TX) | No | No individual income tax; revenue from sales and property taxes. |
| Washington (WA) | No | Capital gains excise tax applies to long-term gains above ~$278,000; wages are not taxed. Workers pay PFML and WA Cares Fund premiums (see below). |
| Wyoming (WY) | No | No income tax; energy severance taxes fund much of state government. |
Washington: No Income Tax, but Payroll Deductions Remain
Washington workers still see two mandatory state payroll deductions in 2026:
- Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML): Employee share is 0.8072% of wages up to $184,500 — a maximum of $1,489.28 per year. (WA ESD)
- WA Cares Fund (long-term care): 0.58% on all wages with no cap — no annual maximum. (WA Cares Fund)
On an $80,000 salary, a Washington worker pays roughly $1,110 per year in these two payroll premiums, compared to zero in Florida or Texas. Washington’s take-home is therefore slightly lower than other no-tax states at the same income, even though it has no income tax.
New Hampshire: Fully Tax-Free Since 2025
New Hampshire phased out its Interest and Dividends Tax (I&D Tax, RSA 77) over several years: 4% in 2023, 3% in 2024, and 0% starting January 1, 2025. The 2026 tax year is the second year NH collects no income, wage, or investment income tax from individuals. New Hampshire relies on property taxes, the rooms and meals tax, and business taxes.
Washington Capital Gains: Not a Wage Tax
Washington’s capital gains excise tax — 7% on long-term gains above a standard deduction of approximately $278,000 (2026 indexed amount not yet posted by the Department of Revenue as of October 2026), and 9.9% on gains above $1,000,000 — applies only to investment gains, not to wages or ordinary income. Legislation (SB 6346, signed March 2026) would impose an additional income tax starting in 2028, but that does not affect the 2026 tax year.
How These States Fund Government Without Income Tax
No-income-tax states rely on other revenue sources:
- Sales taxes: Nevada (6.85% base), Texas (6.25% state), Washington (6.5% state), Tennessee (7% state) all have above-average rates, and local add-ons can push totals higher.
- Property taxes: Texas has among the highest effective property tax rates in the US, routinely above 1.5%–2% of home value. Alaska has no statewide sales tax but most municipalities levy local taxes.
- Energy and natural resource taxes: Wyoming and Alaska derive major revenue from severance taxes on oil, gas, and minerals.
What You Actually Pocket: Engine-Computed Comparison
For a single filer earning $80,000 with no retirement contributions, the engine estimates these annual take-home amounts:
| State | State Income Tax | State Payroll Taxes | Annual Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas (TX) | $0 | $0 | $65,110 |
| Florida (FL) | $0 | $0 | $65,110 |
| Washington (WA) | $0 | $1,110 | $64,000 |
Federal income tax ($8,770) and FICA ($6,120) are the same across all three. See Moving to a No-Income-Tax State for a full comparison including California, New York, and Illinois.
State-Specific Paycheck Calculators
- Alaska paycheck calculator
- Florida paycheck calculator
- Nevada paycheck calculator
- Texas paycheck calculator
- Washington paycheck calculator
- Wyoming paycheck calculator
Other Taxes Still Matter
Moving to a no-income-tax state can meaningfully increase take-home pay from wages, but total tax burden depends on your full situation. Property taxes, sales taxes, and the cost of living in those states are not modeled by this calculator. If you are evaluating a relocation or a job offer across state lines, consider those factors alongside the paycheck savings.
Consult a tax professional when evaluating a state change that affects your business income, investments, or retirement distributions.