Georgia Income Tax Guide — What You Actually Keep
Data: 2026-Q2 · BLS · HUD · KFFGeorgia tax overview
5.19% flat rate effective 2025 (Tax Foundation; phase-down from 5.39%)
5.19% top marginal rate
Take-home pay by salary
Single filer, standard deduction. Illustrative — not exact. Source: IRS 2025, Tax Foundation 2025.
Georgia vs a no-tax state (Texas)
$50,000 salary $2,595/yr more in TX
$70,000 salary $3,633/yr more in TX
$100,000 salary $5,190/yr more in TX
$130,000 salary $6,747/yr more in TX
$180,000 salary $9,342/yr more in TX
FAQ
Georgia Income Tax — FAQ
What is the income tax rate in Georgia?
Georgia has a top marginal state income tax rate of 5.19%. 5.19% flat rate effective 2025 (Tax Foundation; phase-down from 5.39%) Source: Tax Foundation 2025.
What is take-home pay on $70,000 in Georgia?
On a $70,000 salary in Georgia, take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA, and state tax is approximately $4,500/month. Source: IRS 2025, Tax Foundation 2025.
How does Georgia compare to a no-tax state?
On a $70,000 salary, you'd keep about $3,633 more per year in a no-tax state like Texas. Source: Tax Foundation 2025.