Texas Payroll Calculator
Free Texas (TX) payroll calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.
Paycheck Breakdown
- Gross Pay$2,400.00
- Federal Income Tax−$204.15
- Texas State Tax−$0.00
- Social Security (6.2%)−$74.40
- Medicare (1.45%)−$17.40
- Net Pay$2,104.05
Employer Payroll Cost
- Employer SS Match (6.2%)$148.80
- Employer Medicare (1.45%)$34.80
Texas Paycheck & Tax Overview
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Houston, Dallas, Austin, and elsewhere in Texas 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.
Texas State Income Tax — 2026
Texas does not levy a state income tax on wage income. Paycheck withholding is primarily federal income tax plus FICA (Social Security and Medicare).
Example: Texas paycheck for $62,400/year salary
Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,400 gross per check, about $2,104 take-home after federal ($204), state ($0), and FICA ($92). 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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Texas Paycheck Calculator FAQ
Does Texas have state income tax on paychecks?
No. Texas 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 $62,400/year salary paycheck in Texas?
For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,400 with net take-home around $2,104 (federal ~$204, state ~$0, FICA ~$92). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.
Why is Texas take-home pay higher than many states?
Texas has no state income tax on wages, so only federal income tax and FICA reduce your check. That is why searches like "Texas paycheck calculator" and "take home pay calculator Texas" are common — workers want to see federal-only withholding.
What is the Texas minimum wage for 2026?
Texas'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.
What payroll taxes do Texas employers pay?
Employers match employee Social Security (6.2% up to the wage base) and Medicare (1.45%). Texas has no state income tax on wages; employer costs are primarily FICA and federal unemployment.
Is this Texas calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. We update Texas brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.