Tennessee paycheck withholding calculator
Tennessee does not levy a state income tax. Confirm your state withholding target is $0.
How this calculator works
Step 1 annualizes your wages using your pay frequency and year-to-date data.
Step 2 applies Tennessee's income tax status (no state income tax) and compares it to your projected state withholding.
Step 3 suggests a per-paycheck adjustment so you can reduce any unnecessary state withholding.
Frequently asked questions
Does Tennessee require state withholding?
Tennessee does not have a personal income tax, so no state income tax withholding is required.
Why would my pay stub show Tennessee withholding?
Some payroll systems apply generic state withholding by default. Use this tool to identify and remove unnecessary Tennessee state withholding.
Is this official withholding guidance?
No. This tool provides an estimate to help you decide on a state withholding change.
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Tennessee does not levy a personal income tax. This tool is informational, not tax advice.