Tennessee Tax Tables for 2017
The 2017 Tennessee Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Tennessee State Tax Calculator 2017.
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Tennessee Tax Tables for 2017
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Tennessee in 2017. Tennessee applies a flat income tax to this filing status. All taxable income is taxed at the same rate, with no marginal brackets. This table shows the single rate used in calculations. To understand how flat tax tables differ from progressive systems, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Single filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Married filing jointly – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing jointly filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Married filing separately – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Married filing separately filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Head of household – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Head of household filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Widowed – Flat Income Tax (2017)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Widowed filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Tennessee Standard Deduction(2017)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $0 |
| Married filing jointly | $0 |
| Married filing separately | $0 |
| Head of household | $0 |
| Widowed | $0 |
Tennessee Payroll Taxes(2017)
Payroll taxes set at the state level, separate from federal FICA.
| Tax | Rate | Wage Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0% | No cap |
Tennessee Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Tennessee updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
What about state inheritance or estate tax in Tennessee?
Tennessee repealed its inheritance and estate taxes; only federal estate tax applies.
Can I model future salary increases with no state tax impact?
Yes—federal and FICA will scale with income, but no state tax applies.
Does Tennessee have a flat tax rate?
No—there’s no wage tax at all.
How are capital gains taxed in Tennessee?
Only at the federal level; Tennessee does not tax capital gains.
How are stock options taxed in Tennessee?
They’re federally taxable when exercised; Tennessee has no income tax on them.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.