US States With No Income Tax 2026: Full List + Take-Home Comparison

Nine states do not levy a state income tax on wages. If you live or work in one of them, your take-home pay is higher than in states that tax income. Here’s the full list for 2026 and how it affects your paycheck.

The 9 States With No State Income Tax (2026)

1. Alaska
2. Florida
3. Nevada
4. South Dakota
5. Tennessee
6. Texas
7. Washington
8. Wyoming
9. New Hampshire – No tax on wages; interest and dividends are taxed (5%)

So for wages and salary, these nine states have no state income tax. New Hampshire is the only one that taxes investment income.

How Much More Do You Take Home?

Compared to a high-tax state, the difference can be thousands of dollars per year.

Example: $80,000 salary, single filer (2026)

| State type | Approx. state tax | Approx. take-home |

|------------|-------------------|-------------------|

| No state income tax (e.g. Texas, Florida) | $0 | ~$62,500–$64,000 |

| California | ~$4,000–$5,000 | ~$58,500–$61,000 |

| New York | ~$3,500–$4,500 | ~$59,000–$61,500 |

Exact numbers depend on your income, filing status, and local rules. Use the calculator below for your situation.

Calculate Your Take-Home in Any State (2026)

US Tax Calculator – all 50 states, 2026 rates →

Choose your state (including all 9 no-income-tax states), enter your salary and filing status, and see federal tax, state tax (if any), Social Security, Medicare, and net pay.

Other Things That Can Affect Your Wallet

• Sales tax: Many no-income-tax states rely more on sales tax (e.g. Texas, Washington). Your total tax burden isn’t zero, just shifted.
• Property tax: Some of these states have higher property or local taxes.
• Cost of living: Take-home is one part; cost of housing, food, and services matters too.

Get Your Exact Take-Home by State

US Tax Calculator – compare states and see your take-home →

*Rates and rules are for 2026. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.*