Multi-state tool
Compare take-home pay by US state
Enter a salary and see what you would actually keep in all 50 states plus DC, ranked from most to least. Great for weighing a move or a remote-work relocation. No-income-tax states are flagged.
Ranked by take-home pay (federal tax + FICA + state income tax). Percentage is the effective tax rate. Excludes local taxes and deductions.
How it works
- Your salary runs through 2025 federal income tax, FICA, and each state’s income tax.
- States are ranked by take-home pay, so the top of the list keeps the most.
- The percentage is the effective tax rate. No-income-tax states usually rank highest on this measure.
Frequently asked questions
Which states have no income tax?+
Alaska, Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming have no state income tax. New Hampshire taxes only interest and dividends, not wages, so wage earners keep more there too.
Does a no-income-tax state always mean more take-home?+
For income tax, yes, but those states often raise revenue through higher sales or property taxes, which this salary comparison does not capture. It compares take-home pay only.
Does this include local or city taxes?+
No. It covers federal income tax, FICA and state income tax. Some cities add a local income tax that is not included.
How is the ranking calculated?+
Your salary is run through each state’s 2025 rules and ranked by net take-home pay. The percentage shown is the effective tax rate.
Estimate for general guidance, not tax advice. Federal + FICA + state income tax for a single or married-jointly filer with the standard deduction; excludes local taxes, property and sales taxes, and deductions. Confirm with official sources before relocating for tax reasons.
Reviewed by Vikas Dulgunde.