States With No Income Tax (2026)

Nine states do not tax wage income: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming. (Washington taxes some capital gains; New Hampshire fully repealed its interest and dividends tax from 2025.)

No income tax is not no tax

These states often rely more on sales tax, property tax or fees. Texas has relatively high property taxes; Washington has a high sales tax. Compare total cost of living, not just paychecks.

Compare take-home pay on any salary across all states on the states page.

FAQ

Which state has the highest income tax?

California has the highest top marginal rate (13.3%, plus 1.1% SDI on wages).

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