States With No Income Tax (2026)
9 states do not tax wages in 2026. Workers there pay only federal income tax and FICA, so a $75,000 salary takes home $61,592, the most of any state.
- Alaska
No income or statewide sales tax; residents receive the Permanent Fund Dividend.
- Florida
No income tax; relies on sales and tourism taxes.
- Nevada
No income tax; funded largely by sales and gaming taxes.
- New Hampshire
No tax on wages; the interest and dividends tax was repealed starting in 2025.
- South Dakota
No income tax; sales tax applies to most services.
- Tennessee
No tax on wages; the Hall tax on investment income was fully repealed in 2021.
- Texas
No income tax; property taxes are among the highest in the country.
- Washington
No tax on wages; long-term capital gains above an annual exemption are taxed.
- Wyoming
No income tax; mineral revenue funds much of the state budget.
No-tax states vs the highest-tax states
| Salary | No-tax state | Oregon | Hawaii | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $34,320 | $31,886 | $32,995 | $33,127 |
| $50,000 | $42,355 | $39,151 | $40,330 | $40,475 |
| $60,000 | $50,390 | $46,416 | $47,634 | $47,740 |
| $75,000 | $61,592 | $56,537 | $57,696 | $57,967 |
| $100,000 | $79,180 | $72,032 | $73,384 | $74,180 |
| $125,000 | $96,703 | $87,106 | $89,007 | $90,103 |
| $150,000 | $113,791 | $100,986 | $104,147 | $105,566 |
| $200,000 | $148,927 | $131,172 | $135,278 | $137,677 |
Popular comparisons: California vs Texas, New York vs Florida, California vs Nevada, Oregon vs Washington, Massachusetts vs New Hampshire.
No income tax states: FAQ
How many states have no income tax in 2026?
9 states do not tax wage income: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wyoming. New Hampshire ended its interest and dividends tax in 2025, and Washington taxes only certain capital gains.
How much more do you keep in a state with no income tax?
On $75,000 (single filer) you keep $61,592 in a no-income-tax state versus $56,537 in Oregon, $5,055 more a year. The gap grows with income in states with graduated brackets.
Do states with no income tax have higher other taxes?
Often. They rely more on sales, property, excise, or severance taxes. Texas has high property taxes and Washington and Tennessee have high combined sales tax rates, so total tax burden depends on how much you spend and whether you own a home.
Do I still pay federal taxes in a state with no income tax?
Yes. Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500 of wages in 2026), and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% above $200,000) apply everywhere.