State vs State Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Thinking about moving or taking a remote job based in another state? Pick two states and your salary to see your take-home pay side by side, with every tax broken out, and how much more or less you would keep each year.
Popular comparisons on an $80,000 salary
Single filer, no 401(k), state and payroll taxes only (no city tax):
What changes when you move
- State income tax is the big difference. Nine states, including Texas, Florida, Washington, Tennessee and Nevada, have no tax on wages.
- Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare stay the same in every state for the same salary.
- State payroll taxes such as California SDI or New Jersey disability and family leave insurance also change your paycheck.
- City taxes are not included here. Use the city income tax calculator for places like New York City or Philadelphia.
Look beyond the paycheck
A state with no income tax can still cost more in other ways. Before you move, compare rent or home prices, property tax, sales tax, car insurance and the cost of groceries. A higher take-home pay in one state can disappear if housing costs much more there.
Remote workers
In most cases you pay state income tax where you live and do the work, not where your employer is. A few states, such as New York, can tax remote workers for an employer based there under a "convenience of the employer" rule. If your employer is in another state, check with your payroll team.
How this calculator works
It runs the same 2026 tax math used in each of our 51 state paycheck calculators, twice: once for each state. Federal tax uses the 2026 brackets and standard deduction. Each state uses its own brackets, deductions, credits and payroll taxes. Local and city taxes are left out so the states can be compared on equal terms.
FAQ
Which states have no income tax on wages?
Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming do not tax wages.
Does federal tax change when I move?
No. Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare are the same in every state for the same income.
If I move mid-year, which state taxes me?
Usually both, as a part-year resident of each, each taxing the income earned while you lived there.
Are city taxes included?
No. This tool compares state-level taxes only. Use the city income tax calculator for cities with their own income tax.
Is a no-tax state always cheaper?
Not always. Higher property tax, sales tax, insurance or housing costs can offset the income tax savings.
Rules and rates last checked: October 2026. This is an estimate for general information only, not financial, tax or legal advice. Check IRS.gov or a tax professional before you file.