These 9 states don't levy a personal income tax, letting residents keep more of their earnings.
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| Rank | State | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AlaskaAK | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 2 | FloridaFL | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 3 | NevadaNV | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 4 | New HampshireNH | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 5 | South DakotaSD | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 6 | TennesseeTN | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 7 | TexasTX | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 8 | WashingtonWA | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
| 9 | WyomingWY | Tax-FreeNo income tax |
States that tax all income at a single flat rate regardless of how much you earn.
States ranked by their top marginal income tax rate, from lowest to highest.
States scored by weighted combination: income tax (45%), sales tax (30%), property tax (25%). Normalized 0-100 scale where 100 = most tax-friendly.
Data reflects 2025 tax year rates from the Tax Foundation and state revenue departments. Rankings are for general comparison only and may not reflect individual circumstances. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice.
