💰 Free Payroll Calculator — 2026 Tax Year
Calculate your take-home pay with federal & state taxes
Texas Payroll Tax Overview for 2026
Texas is one of nine states with no state income tax. This means employees in Texas only pay federal income tax and FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare), resulting in higher take-home pay compared to most other states.
💰 Tax Advantage: Working in Texas means you keep more of your paycheck. A worker earning $75,000/year takes home approximately $61,302.50 annually — about $3,627.85 more than the same salary in California.
Additional Texas Payroll Information
- Minimum Wage (2026): $7.25 per hour
- State Unemployment Insurance (SUI): 0.31-6.31% (employer-paid)
- Capital: Austin
- Population: 30.5M
Note: No state income tax. Constitutional prohibition. High population state.
Texas Take-Home Pay Examples
See how much you'd take home at different salary levels in Texas (single filer, 2026 tax year):
| Annual Salary | Federal Tax | State Tax | FICA | Take-Home | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000.00 | $3,877.50 | $0.00 | $3,825.00 | $42,297.50 | 15.41% |
| $75,000.00 | $7,960.00 | $0.00 | $5,737.50 | $61,302.50 | 18.26% |
| $100,000.00 | $13,460.00 | $0.00 | $7,650.00 | $78,890.00 | 21.11% |
Employer Payroll Tax Cost in Texas
Employers in Texas must pay additional payroll taxes on top of each employee's salary. Here's the employer cost breakdown for a $75,000 salary:
Employer SS (6.2%)
$4,650.00
Employer Medicare (1.45%)
$1,087.50
FUTA (0.6%)
$42.00
Total Employer Cost
$80,779.50
+7.71% above salary
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Disclaimer: This Texas payroll calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual tax withholdings may vary based on local taxes, additional deductions, and individual circumstances. Texas tax rates are based on 2026 figures from the IRS and Texas Department of Revenue. Consult a qualified tax professional for accurate payroll advice.