How Tennessee taxes your paycheck
Tennessee does not tax wages. Its only individual income tax, the Hall income tax on interest and dividends, was repealed for tax periods beginning on or after January 1, 2021, and the Department of Revenue lists it only as an archived tax. There are no mandatory employee-paid state payroll contributions; unemployment insurance premiums are an employer liability.
Local income taxes
Tennessee cities and counties do not levy income taxes on wages.
Take-home pay in Tennessee at common salaries
Single filer, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions or local taxes.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Tennessee taxes | Take-home | Biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $0 | $26,285 | $1,011 |
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $0 | $34,320 | $1,320 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $0 | $42,355 | $1,629 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $0 | $50,390 | $1,938 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $0 | $61,593 | $2,369 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $0 | $79,180 | $3,045 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $0 | $113,791 | $4,377 |
How Tennessee compares
At a $60,000 salary, Tennessee ranks #1 of 51 for take-home pay, tied with 7 other no-tax states. The table below shows the states closest in take-home pay.
Minimum wage in Tennessee
The Tennessee minimum wage is $7.25 an hour as of July 24, 2009. A full-time minimum wage job pays $15,080 a year before taxes and about $13,926 after taxes. See the full Tennessee minimum wage guide for tipped wages and scheduled increases.
What this calculator does not include
None for wages. The calculator ignores the state professional privilege tax, which is an annual flat fee on certain licensed professionals rather than a wage tax. The calculator also leaves out dependents, tax credits, additional withholding on your W-4 and non-wage income. Your employer's withholding can differ from your final tax bill.
Frequently asked questions
Does Tennessee have a state income tax?
No. Tennessee does not tax wage income, so your paycheck only has federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare withheld.
How much is $60,000 after taxes in Tennessee?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Tennessee keeps about $50,390 a year, or $4,199 a month, in 2026. That ranks 1 (tied with 7 other states) of 51 for take-home pay at that salary.
Does Tennessee have local income taxes?
Tennessee cities and counties do not levy income taxes on wages.
What is the minimum wage in Tennessee?
The minimum wage in Tennessee is $7.25 an hour as of July 24, 2009. Full time, that is $15,080 a year before taxes and about $13,926 after taxes for a single filer.
Sources
- Tennessee Department of Revenue: Hall Income Tax (archived; repealed for tax periods beginning on or after Jan 1, 2021)
- Tennessee Department of Revenue: Taxes (list of taxes administered)
- Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development: Unemployment Insurance Tax
- Tax Foundation: State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (cross-check)
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (2026 federal tax tables)