Tennessee paycheck calculator
What you'll take home in Tennessee after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and no state income tax.
Take-home pay in Tennessee at common wages
| Pay | Gross per check | Federal | Social Security + Medicare | Tennessee tax | Take-home per check | Take-home per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12/hour | $960.00 | $34.08 | $73.44 | $0.00 | $852.48 | $22,165 |
| $15/hour | $1,200.00 | $60.15 | $91.80 | $0.00 | $1,048.05 | $27,249 |
| $18/hour | $1,440.00 | $88.95 | $110.16 | $0.00 | $1,240.89 | $32,263 |
| $20/hour | $1,600.00 | $108.15 | $122.40 | $0.00 | $1,369.45 | $35,606 |
| $25/hour | $2,000.00 | $156.15 | $153.00 | $0.00 | $1,690.85 | $43,962 |
| $30/hour | $2,400.00 | $204.15 | $183.60 | $0.00 | $2,012.25 | $52,318 |
| $35,000/year | $1,346.15 | $77.69 | $102.98 | $0.00 | $1,165.48 | $30,302 |
| $50,000/year | $1,923.08 | $146.92 | $147.12 | $0.00 | $1,629.04 | $42,355 |
| $75,000/year | $2,884.62 | $295.00 | $220.67 | $0.00 | $2,368.94 | $61,592 |
Single filer, no dependents, paid every two weeks, 40 hours a week, no overtime or pre-tax benefits, W-4 Step 2 unchecked.
How Tennessee taxes your paycheck
Tennessee doesn't tax wages, so the only income taxes on your paycheck are federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
Federal taxes on every paycheck
Federal income tax is withheld using the IRS percentage method in Publication 15-T for 2026, based on your W-4. Social Security takes 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 a year, and Medicare takes 1.45%, plus 0.9% on wages over $200,000. These are the same in every state.
Questions
Does Tennessee have a state income tax?
No. Tennessee doesn't tax wages.
How much is $15 an hour after taxes in Tennessee?
About $1,048 every two weeks, or $27,249 a year, for a single worker with no pre-tax benefits working 40 hours a week.
How much is $20 an hour after taxes in Tennessee?
About $1,369 every two weeks, or $35,606 a year, under the same assumptions.
Why is my real paycheck different?
Health insurance, retirement savings, your W-4 answers, overtime, tips and local taxes all change your paycheck. Enter yours in the full calculator for an exact estimate.
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Sources
- IRS Publication 15-T (2026) · Federal income tax withholding
- Tax Foundation · 2026 state income tax rates and deductions
These are estimates for planning, not tax advice. Your employer's payroll system, local taxes and benefits can change the exact amount. Leftover Planner is not affiliated with the IRS or any state agency.