| On $120,000 | Los Angeles, CA | San Antonio, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Federal + FICA (est.) | $29,580 | $29,580 |
| State income tax | $11,160 (9.30%) | $0 (0%) |
| After-tax income | $79,260 | $90,420 |
| − Housing/yr (Zillow) | $48,430 | $14,015 |
| Real money in pocket | $30,830 | $76,405 |
· State tax: Tax Foundation, “State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2025” + state revenue departments. Modeled as an effective planning rate for a typical $80k–$160k filer — not a full bracket engine. · Housing from Zillow ZHVI 2026-05.
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