Texas 2026 State Income Tax Brackets
No state income tax — see key tax facts below
Texas Has No State Income Tax
Residents of Texas pay no state-level income tax, keeping more of every paycheck. No state income tax. Among the highest property tax rates in the US.
2026 Federal vs. Texas State Tax Rates
Federal top marginal rate
39.6%
Texas top marginal rate
0%
When combined with federal taxes, Texas residents in the highest bracket face a combined marginal rate of approximately 39.6% on their last dollar of income.
Key Tax Facts: Texas in 2026
Sales Tax Rate
6.25%
State rate (local taxes may add more)
Property Tax Rate
1.75%
Effective average rate on home value
Income Tax
No state tax
One of 9 no-tax states
Retirement Income
Exempt / Favorable
Most retirement income not taxed
Social Security
Not taxed
Social Security exempt from state tax
Estate / Inheritance Tax
No
No estate or inheritance tax
Other Tax Years
Federal Brackets by Filing Status (2026)
Other States — 2026 Tax Brackets
Frequently Asked Questions — Texas State Taxes
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas does not impose a state individual income tax, meaning residents pay no additional state-level income tax on wages or salaries. No state income tax. Among the highest property tax rates in the US.
How do Texas tax brackets work?
Since Texas has no income tax, this question doesn't apply. However, residents still pay federal income tax and FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare). Use the Paycheck Calculator to estimate total take-home pay.
What is the difference between marginal and effective tax rate in Texas?
Your marginal tax rate is the rate on your highest dollar of income. Your effective tax rate is your total state tax bill divided by your gross income — always lower than your marginal rate. For example, a worker at the top bracket in Texas may have a marginal rate of N/A but an effective rate several points lower due to income in lower brackets.
When were Texas's tax brackets last updated?
The brackets shown here reflect 2026 rates as enacted by Texaslegislation and published by the state Department of Revenue. CalcFi updates state tax data annually following each state's legislative session. Data sourced from official state tax agency publications and the Tax Foundation. Last updated: March 2025.