Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from Texas to New York
Texas offers dramatic tax savings over New York with its 0% income tax versus New York's progressive rates up to 10.9% (plus NYC's additional 3.876%). At $100,000 income, you save $5,432 annually. Texas compensates with higher property taxes (1.6% vs 1.4%) and sales tax, but income tax savings typically outweigh these for most earners.
No Income Tax
Constitutional prohibition on state income tax
Plus NYC Tax
9 brackets from 4% to 10.9%, NYC adds up to 3.876%
At $100,000 income:
That is $453/month back in your pocket!
| Income | TX Tax | NY Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $0 | $2,391 | $2,391 | $23,910 |
| $75,000 | $0 | $3,766 | $3,766 | $37,660 |
| $100,000 | $0 | $5,432 | $5,432 | $54,320 |
| $150,000 | $0 | $8,782 | $8,782 | $87,820 |
| $250,000 | $0 | $15,632 | $15,632 | $156,320 |
| $500,000 | $0 | $36,857 | $36,857 | $368,570 |
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Get Matched With a CPA →At $100,000 income, you save approximately $5,432 per year on state income tax. At $250,000, savings jump to $15,632 annually. Over 10 years, a $100K earner keeps $54,320 more in Texas.
No, Texas has no state income tax and it's prohibited by the state constitution. Texas generates revenue through property taxes (avg 1.6%), sales tax (6.25%-8.25%), and oil/gas revenues.
NYC residents pay both New York State tax (up to 10.9%) AND NYC city tax (up to 3.876%), for a combined rate approaching 14.8%. Moving from NYC to Texas saves even more than upstate New York.
Yes, Texas averages 1.6% property tax vs New York's 1.4%. On a $400K home: Texas costs ~$6,400/year vs NY ~$5,600. However, income tax savings usually far exceed this $800 difference for most earners.