State Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on state tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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10 Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in 2026Retirement Tax If you’re looking for the best states to retire for taxes, you may want to consider one of these most tax-friendly states for retirees.
By Kate Schubel
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10 States With the Lowest Gas Tax in 2026Gas Taxes Getting gas in these states with the lowest gas taxes can save you a lot of money on your next holiday road trip.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Georgia Tax Refunds Are Coming: What to Expect in 2026State Tax Georgia surplus tax rebates are rolling out in May. Here's the breakdown of who's eligible and the plan to lower your income tax rate to 4.99%.
By Kate Schubel
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New Wealth Taxes Could Drive Residents Out of High-Tax States in 2026: But Will You Still Owe Taxes After Moving?State Tax With some states floating proposals to tax wealth, it's important to remember that relocation doesn't always end a state's tax reach.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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10 States With the Highest Gas Tax in 2026Gas Prices Fuel costs are climbing nationwide. Here’s where drivers are paying the highest taxes per gallon and why gas prices are going up now
By Kelley R. Taylor
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9 No-Capital-Gains-Tax States in 2026 Ranked by Cost of LivingCapital Gains A handful of states don't tax your capital gains, but housing, groceries, and other everyday essentials can change how much those tax savings are actually worth.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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New California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextState Tax A proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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April 30 Deadline: If You Live in One of These 'Late States,' Your Taxes Are Due This WeekState Taxes Residents in Delaware, Iowa, Virginia, and beyond must file 2025 state income taxes soon or request an extension. Don't miss the due date.
By Kate Schubel
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Another State Could Eliminate Income Tax in 2026 for Higher Sales Taxes: Will More States Follow?State Tax After eliminating its state capital gains tax last year, Missouri is now considering a larger tax shift. Could this serve as a test case for other states?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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