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# Tennessee Paycheck Calculator

No income tax — Tennessee repealed its last investment tax (the Hall Tax) in 2021.

No state income tax

Tennessee does not tax wages or salary income. The state previously had a tax on interest and dividend income (the Hall Tax), but it was fully repealed. Your paycheck is only subject to federal income tax and FICA.

State income tax: None · Hall Tax on investments: Repealed · Sales tax: 7% (among highest in U.S.) · No tax on wages, salary, or tips

_Interactive tool: open [the web page](https://pay44.app/tennessee-paycheck-calculator/) to use it. This Markdown copy has the text only._

Estimates only. Not tax or legal advice. Consult a tax professional for accuracy.

## Tennessee Paycheck FAQ

Common questions about paychecks and taxes in Tennessee

### Does Tennessee have a state income tax?

No. Tennessee does not tax wages, salary, or earned income. The former Hall Tax on interest and dividends has been fully repealed.

### Why doesn't Tennessee have an income tax?

Tennessee funds its government primarily through sales tax (7% state rate, one of the highest in the nation), plus local sales taxes, franchise and excise taxes on businesses, and other revenue sources.

### What was the Hall Tax and why was it repealed?

The Hall Tax was Tennessee's tax on interest and dividend income (not wages), which peaked at 6%. It was gradually phased out from 2016 to 2021, making Tennessee fully income-tax-free for all types of personal income.

### What is the cost of living in Tennessee?

Below average overall, though Nashville and other metro areas have been rising. No income tax means more of your paycheck stays with you.

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