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State A Breakdown
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US State Income Tax Rates 2026
Use this reference table to quickly compare state income tax rates across the US before using our comparison calculator above.
| State | Tax Rate | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Arizona | 2.5% | Flat | Reduced in 2023 |
| California | 1%–13.3% | Progressive | Highest in US |
| Colorado | 4.4% | Flat | |
| Florida | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Georgia | 5.39% | Flat | Decreasing to 4.99% |
| Illinois | 4.95% | Flat | |
| Massachusetts | 5% | Flat | |
| Michigan | 4.25% | Flat | |
| Nevada | 0% | None | No income tax |
| New Hampshire | 0% | None | Wages not taxed |
| New Jersey | 1.4%–10.75% | Progressive | |
| New York | 4%–10.9% | Progressive | +NYC local tax |
| North Carolina | 4.75% | Flat | |
| Ohio | 0%–3.5% | Progressive | 0% under $26,050 |
| Oregon | 4.75%–9.9% | Progressive | |
| Pennsylvania | 3.07% | Flat | Lowest in northeast |
| South Dakota | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Tennessee | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Texas | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Utah | 4.85% | Flat | |
| Virginia | 2%–5.75% | Progressive | |
| Washington | 0% | None | No income tax |
| Wyoming | 0% | None | No income tax |
Frequently Asked Questions
States with no income tax give the highest take-home pay: Texas, Florida, Nevada, Washington, Wyoming, South Dakota, Tennessee, New Hampshire, and Alaska. Among these, Texas and Florida are the most popular for relocating high earners due to their large job markets.
On a $80,000 salary, moving from California to Texas saves approximately $5,000–$7,000 per year in state income tax alone. California's effective rate for this income level is around 6–7%, while Texas has no income tax. Use the comparison tool above for your exact salary.
Generally, you pay state income tax in the state where you work. If you live in one state and work in another, you may owe taxes in both states (though tax credits usually prevent double taxation). Remote workers typically pay taxes based on where they perform their work. Check with a tax professional for your specific situation.