Tennessee Paycheck Calculator
Free Tennessee (TN) paycheck calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$2,107.69
- Federal Income Tax−$169.08
- Tennessee State Tax−$0.00
- Social Security (6.2%)−$65.34
- Medicare (1.45%)−$15.28
- Net Pay$1,858.00
Tennessee Paycheck & Tax Overview
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level. The Tennessee minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and elsewhere in Tennessee still pay federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare on every paycheck — use the calculator above with your gross pay to see realistic take-home amounts for 2026.
Tennessee State Income Tax — 2026
Tennessee does not levy a state income tax on wage income. Paycheck withholding is primarily federal income tax plus FICA (Social Security and Medicare).
Example: Tennessee paycheck for $54,800/year salary
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,108 gross per check, about $1,858 take-home after federal ($169), state ($0), and FICA ($81). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.
Official tax sources
We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:
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Tennessee Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Tennessee have state income tax on paychecks?
No. Tennessee does not withhold state income tax on wages. You still pay federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
How much tax is taken out of a $54,800/year salary paycheck in Tennessee?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,108 with net take-home around $1,858 (federal ~$169, state ~$0, FICA ~$81). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
Why do Tennessee paychecks show no state withholding?
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level. Your pay stub still shows federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare — use the calculator above for a realistic net pay estimate.
What is the Tennessee minimum wage for 2026?
Tennessee's reference minimum wage on this page is $7.25/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.
Is this Tennessee calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Tennessee brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.