How to read this comparison
The federal portion combines the existing 2026 self-employment tax calculation with the existing federal income-tax bracket calculation. The state portion then applies only the supplied 2026 state table for the state you choose. That keeps the comparison consistent with the site's other calculators while making the state assumptions visible.
Texas, Florida, and Washington are highlighted because this tool treats ordinary self-employment income as subject to no state income tax there. That does not mean every tax or fee disappears. Local rules, sales taxes, property taxes, capital gains rules, business registrations, and filing requirements are outside this comparison.
Use the numbers as a planning lens rather than a relocation recommendation. A state's tax result can change with filing status, deductions, credits, local residence, business structure, and income type. Before moving or changing how your business operates, ask a qualified tax professional to review the complete picture.