Tennessee income tax in 2026
Tennessee is one of nine states with no personal income tax on wages. That means your paycheck deductions are limited to federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500), and Medicare (1.45%). Keep in mind that states without income tax often rely more on sales or property taxes.
Example: $60,000 salary in Tennessee
| Gross salary | $60,000 |
| Federal income tax | -$5,020 |
| Social Security | -$3,720 |
| Medicare | -$870 |
| Tennessee state tax | -$0 |
| Estimated take-home | $50,390 |
| Biweekly paycheck | $1,938 |
| Effective tax rate | 16.0% |
Estimate for a single filer, standard deduction, no local tax. Adjust the calculator above for your situation.
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Local tax considerations
Some cities and counties levy their own local income tax on top of state tax. If your locality does, enter the rate in the calculator's “Local / city tax” field for a more precise estimate. Always confirm current rates with your Tennessee tax authority.