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Texasworking inIowa
Standard — file nonresident return if onsite
Iowa
Work State Tax Rate
Flat 3.8%
Withholding Starts
Day 1
Law Last Updated
Jan 1, 2025
Employee Obligations (Which Returns YOU Must File)
Since Texas has no income tax, you won't face double taxation. However, if you physically work in Iowa, you may owe Iowa income tax (Flat 3.8%) and need to file a nonresident Iowa return.
Employer Obligations (What Your Employer Must Withhold & Remit)
Register for withholding and unemployment from day 1. Unemployment applies to the first $38,200 of wages.
City & Local Income Taxes (Extra Filings Beyond the State Return)
None for nonresidents. Iowa school district taxes are residence-based only.
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Employee/Individual Tax Source: https://tax.iowa.gov/iowa-withholding-tax-information
Employer/Withholding Source: https://tax.iowa.gov/iowa-withholding-tax-information
Row last reviewed: May 7, 2026
This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed CPA or tax attorney for your specific situation. All information researched as of March 21, 2026.