2026 Texas Tax Brackets
Tax year 2026. Texas does not have a broad-based state individual income tax on wage earnings. Federal income tax and payroll taxes still apply.
2026 federal marginal income tax brackets
Federal rates apply nationwide. Select the federal filing status to read the corresponding thresholds. The bracket rate applies only to income within that band, not your entire salary.
Single · standard deduction $ 16,100
| Taxable income above | Marginal rate |
|---|---|
| $ 0 | 10% |
| $ 12,400 | 12% |
| $ 50,400 | 22% |
| $ 105,700 | 24% |
| $ 201,775 | 32% |
| $ 256,225 | 35% |
| $ 640,600 | 37% |
Married filing jointly · standard deduction $ 32,200
| Taxable income above | Marginal rate |
|---|---|
| $ 0 | 10% |
| $ 24,800 | 12% |
| $ 100,800 | 22% |
| $ 211,400 | 24% |
| $ 403,550 | 32% |
| $ 512,450 | 35% |
| $ 768,700 | 37% |
Head of household · standard deduction $ 24,150
| Taxable income above | Marginal rate |
|---|---|
| $ 0 | 10% |
| $ 17,700 | 12% |
| $ 67,450 | 22% |
| $ 105,700 | 24% |
| $ 201,750 | 32% |
| $ 256,200 | 35% |
| $ 640,600 | 37% |
Married filing separately · standard deduction $ 16,100
| Taxable income above | Marginal rate |
|---|---|
| $ 0 | 10% |
| $ 12,400 | 12% |
| $ 50,400 | 22% |
| $ 105,700 | 24% |
| $ 201,775 | 32% |
| $ 256,225 | 35% |
| $ 384,350 | 37% |
Texas state tax brackets
There are no general state income tax brackets for ordinary employee wages in this state. Other state taxes and payroll programs may still apply.
How to read the 2026 federal tax bracket tables
- Find the table for your federal filing status: single, married filing jointly, head of household or married filing separately.
- Estimate your federal taxable income, which is not the same as gross wages. The table also displays the 2026 standard deduction used by the calculator.
- Read bracket thresholds as the beginning of each rate band. The stated rate applies only to income inside that band.
- For an actual dollar estimate, open the Income Tax Calculator for the same state and filing status.
- Remember the federal tables are identical across states; state income tax brackets are different where applicable.
Worked example: $60,000 annual wages, single filer
Under the tool's simplified 2026 assumptions, $60,000 of annual wages with no additional federal pretax adjustments gives about $43,900 federal taxable income after the $16,100 standard deduction. The estimated federal income tax is $5,020 and employee Social Security plus basic Medicare is $4,590. The result after those listed federal taxes is approximately $50,390 per year. This is not a guaranteed net paycheck.
For Texas, there is no broad-based individual state income tax on employee wages. This does not mean there are no other state or local payroll deductions, benefit deductions or taxes.
Questions people ask about this calculator
Does being in a 22% bracket mean all my income is taxed at 22%?
No. Federal income taxes are progressive. Only taxable income within the 22% band uses that marginal rate.
Why are some state tax brackets missing here?
Our pilot does not implement unverified 2026 state income tax schedules. Federal thresholds must not be presented as state brackets.
Do Social Security and Medicare use these brackets?
No. Employee payroll taxes use separate rates and a Social Security wage base. They are not part of the federal income-tax bracket table.
What if I work in a different state from where I live?
Residence, work location and reciprocity rules can affect withholding and state liability. This calculator cannot resolve cross-state tax obligations. Consult the relevant state tax authority before making payroll decisions.
Are these figures official tax or legal advice?
No. These simplified figures are educational estimates using published 2026 federal parameters. For withholding, check the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator and review your own circumstances with a qualified tax professional when needed.
Explore the other 2026 US tax calculators by state to compare filing scenarios.
Sources
Published for tax year 2026. Recheck rates each tax year. Sources: IRS Publication 505, IRS payroll tax rates, Tax Foundation state tax table. This site is not affiliated with the IRS or any state tax authority.