Texas Two Step
Latest draw · Thursday, July 2, 2026
Texas Two Step Tax Calculator
See what you'd really take home from a Texas Two Step prize after federal and Texas state tax — as a lump sum or a 30-year annuity.
- Prize (lump-sum cash)
- $200,000
- Federal tax
- − $41,687
- State tax (Texas · 0%)
- − $0
- Net take-home
- $158,314
🎉 Texas doesn't tax lottery winnings — you only pay federal tax on your Texas Two Step prize.
Estimate only — uses single-filer federal brackets and Texas's top lottery-withholding rate. Actual tax depends on your total income, filing status and deductions. Not tax advice.
Texas Two Step tax FAQ
How much tax do you pay on a Texas Two Step jackpot in Texas?
On a $200,000 Texas Two Step jackpot taken as a lump sum, you'd pay about $41,687 in federal tax and no Texas state tax, leaving roughly $158,314.
Does Texas tax Texas Two Step lottery winnings?
No — Texas does not tax lottery winnings, so you only pay federal tax on a Texas Two Step prize.
Should I take the Texas Two Step lump sum or annuity?
The lump sum pays a smaller, discounted amount now with full control; the 30-year annuity pays the full advertised jackpot spread over time and can keep you in lower yearly tax brackets. The best choice depends on your goals and tax situation.