Texas Tax Tables for 2026
The 2026 Texas Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Texas State Tax Calculator 2026.
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Texas Tax Tables for 2026
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Texas in 2026. Texas 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 (2026)
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 (2026)
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 (2026)
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 (2026)
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 (2026)
A single flat tax rate applies to all taxable income for Widowed filers.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 and over | 0% |
Texas Standard Deduction(2026)
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 |
Recent Updates – Texas State Tax
The following outlines key legislative and administrative changes affecting the 2026/27 Texas tax year and broader fiscal environment:
- No Personal Income Tax Maintained – Texas continues to impose no state individual income tax. Residents and part-year filers are not required to report wages, retirement distributions, or investment income at the state level.
- Capital Gains Tax Prohibited – As of 2025, an amendment to the Texas Constitution permanently prohibits the state from levying any tax on realized or unrealized capital gains for individuals, estates, or trusts.
- Franchise & Sales/Use Tax Adjustments – Beginning January 1, 2026, certain research and development sales-and-use tax exemptions will be repealed under legislation enacted during the 89th Texas Legislature, impacting qualifying business operations.
- Property Tax Relief Expansion – Lawmakers increased the standard homestead exemption and approved new caps for appraisal growth, providing direct property tax relief for homeowners statewide.
- Sales Tax and Local Rate Stability – The statewide sales tax rate remains 6.25 %, while local jurisdictions may levy up to an additional 2 %. Adjustments were made to clarify exemptions for select household and manufacturing items starting in 2026/27.
- Franchise Tax Modernization – The Texas Comptroller introduced new electronic reporting thresholds for “no tax due” entities and streamlined data uploads via Webfile, enhancing compliance and reducing administrative burden.
Texas maintains one of the most business-friendly tax climates in the U.S., with no personal income tax and simplified reporting for franchise and property taxes. All related Texas State Tax Calculators have been updated to reflect current sales, franchise, and local rate structures for 2026/27.
Texas Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Texas updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
What about unemployment taxes in Texas?
Employers pay state unemployment tax (SUTA), but it doesn’t affect employee paychecks.
How does the absence of income tax affect retirees in Texas?
Retirees benefit since pensions, IRAs, and Social Security are untaxed at the state level.
What is the Texas franchise tax rate?
For 2025, typically 0.375% for retail/wholesale and 0.75% for other businesses over $2.47 million in revenue.
Does Texas tax Social Security benefits?
No. Social Security benefits are only federally taxable, if at all.
Where can I find local Texas tax rates?
See the Texas Tax Calculator or your local county website for property and sales rates.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.