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The Texas Take Home Paycheck Calculator estimates your net pay after federal deductions in Texas, which has no state income tax. It calculates your take-home pay by subtracting federal tax, FICA, and other deductions from your gross pay.
The calculator uses the Texas paycheck formula:
Where:
Explanation: Texas is one of the few states with no state income tax, making the calculation simpler than in other states.
Details: Accurate net pay calculation helps with budgeting, financial planning, and understanding your true earning power after all mandatory and voluntary deductions.
Tips: Enter your gross pay in USD, federal tax withheld, FICA contributions, and any other deductions. All values must be non-negative numbers.
Q1: Why is there no state tax in Texas?
A: Texas is one of several states that do not impose a state income tax, relying instead on sales tax and property tax for revenue.
Q2: What is included in FICA?
A: FICA includes Social Security tax (6.2%) and Medicare tax (1.45%), totaling 7.65% of your gross pay up to certain limits.
Q3: What are common "other" deductions?
A: Health insurance premiums, retirement contributions (401k, 403b), flexible spending accounts, union dues, and garnishments.
Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: This provides a basic estimate. For precise calculations, consult your pay stub or use employer-provided calculators that account for specific tax brackets.
Q5: Does this work for all pay frequencies?
A: Yes, as long as you input the correct amounts for the pay period you're calculating (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly).