December, 17th 2025
Each state has unique income tax withholding rules. Below are Texas's 2026 withholding instructions, including allowance calculations, standard deduction adjustments, and the percentage method for determining tax due.
Employers must also adhere to federal income tax withholding rules. More information can be found here about federal rates .
Alternatively, employers can automatically calculate payroll withholding by using ezPaycheck.
| State Abbreviation | TX |
|---|---|
| State Tax Withholding State Code | 48 |
| Acceptable Exemption Form | None |
| Basis For Withholding | No State Income Tax |
| TSP Deferred | No |
| Additional Information | This state does not have a personal income tax. |
| Official State Tax Website | Visit Official Website |
For links to official state tax and revenue websites for all 50 states, visit our State and Local Tax Sites page.
No state income tax withholding is required.
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We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date Texas state tax information for 2026. If you notice any discrepancies, errors, or have questions about the tax rates or calculations shown on this page, please contact our support team. We appreciate your feedback and will review and update the information as needed.
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