
Want to legally give yourself a raise? The map in this post makes it stupid‑simple to spot where your paycheck won’t get clipped by state income tax. Instead of digging through government tables, just scan the colors and numbers to see which states take 0% of your personal income.
Look at your current state’s percentage on the map, then compare it to the 0% states. If you move from a 5% state to a 0% state, that’s like getting a 5% pay bump without working an extra minute. Of course, don’t forget to factor in sales tax, property tax, and cost of living—but as a fast visual, this image instantly shows where your paycheck keeps more of its clothes on.
Amazon places major operations in Washington and has long benefited from the state’s 0% personal income tax environment for many high‑earning employees.
Tesla shifted its headquarters to Texas, leveraging the 0% personal income tax state to make compensation packages more attractive to top talent.