state tax
Taxes on Unemployment Benefits: A State-by-State Guide
Taxes on Unemployment Benefits: A State-by-State Guide
Don't be surprised by an unexpected tax bill on your unemployment benefits. Know where unemployment compensation is taxable and where it isn't.
March 3, 2021
33 States with No Estate Taxes or Inheritance Taxes
33 States with No Estate Taxes or Inheritance Taxes
Even with the federal exemption from death taxes raised, retirees should pay more attention to estate taxes and inheritance taxes levied by states.
February 24, 2021
Handling Taxes and Insurance When Working from “Home”
Handling Taxes and Insurance When Working from “Home”
Working remotely in a new state, maybe even a new country? That can lead to complications, particularly when it comes to taxes. Also: why the IRS is s…
February 2, 2021
Mega Millions Lottery Winner Will Get a Mega Tax Bill
Mega Millions Lottery Winner Will Get a Mega Tax Bill
The winning ticket for the $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot was bought in Michigan. After federal and state taxes are taken out, that amount will b…
January 25, 2021
The 10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families
The 10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families
Failing to consider state and local taxes before moving your family to another state could cost you thousands of dollars each year.
January 25, 2021
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9 States with No Income Tax
9 States with No Income Tax
If you choose to live in these states, every penny you earn is safe from state income tax (although two of the states do tax some dividends and intere…
January 25, 2021
12 States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income
12 States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income
Retirees can save a lot of money in these states that completely exempt the most common types of retirement income – 401(k)s, IRAs and pensions – from…
January 25, 2021
13 States That Tax Social Security Benefits
13 States That Tax Social Security Benefits
You may have dreamed of a tax-free retirement, but if you live in these 13 states, your Social Security benefits are subject to a state tax. That's on…
January 24, 2021
18 States With Scary Death Taxes
18 States With Scary Death Taxes
Federal estate taxes are no longer a problem for all but the extremely wealthy, but several states have their own estate taxes and inheritance taxes t…
January 24, 2021
10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
When it comes to state and local taxes, retirees in these states are likely to pay more than retirees in other states.
January 24, 2021
10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
If you want your retirement savings to last longer, consider moving to one of these states that impose the lowest taxes on retirees.
January 24, 2021
How Much Tax You Will Pay on Your Lottery Winnings?
How Much Tax You Will Pay on Your Lottery Winnings?
The federal government will take a big tax bite out of your $1 billion Mega Millions payout. Your state might, too.
January 22, 2021
The 10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Military Retirees
The 10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Military Retirees
Unfortunately, some states aren't very generous when it comes to helping retired veterans at tax time.
December 24, 2020
State Taxes on the Middle Class, with Rocky Mengle
State Taxes on the Middle Class, with Rocky Mengle
Every year Kiplinger ranks all 50 states for their tax-friendliness. For 2020, Senior Tax Editor Rocky Mengle has put the focus on the middle class. H…
December 15, 2020
Kiplinger's Tax Map for Retirees: About Our Methodology
Kiplinger's Tax Map for Retirees: About Our Methodology
Here's how we put together our Retiree Tax Map and related content.
December 9, 2020
14 States That Won't Tax Your Pension
14 States That Won't Tax Your Pension
Some states have pension exclusions with limitations based on age and/or income. But these states don't tax pension income at all, no matter how old y…
December 8, 2020
10 States With the Lowest Beer Taxes
10 States With the Lowest Beer Taxes
If you want to get a brew that won't strain your wallet, consider pouring up in these 10 states.
November 21, 2020
Louisiana's Sales Tax Holiday for Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery is Underway
Louisiana's Sales Tax Holiday for Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery is Underway
Holiday shoppers can avoid Louisiana sales tax on purchases of most items during the state's newest tax-free period.
November 20, 2020
Election 2020: States With Tax Questions on the Ballot
Election 2020: States With Tax Questions on the Ballot
On November 3, voters in 17 states weighed in on a variety of proposed changes impacting taxes on everything from property to pot.
November 19, 2020
State-by-State Guide to Taxes on Middle-Class Families
State-by-State Guide to Taxes on Middle-Class Families
State tax rates and rules for income, sales, gas, property, cigarette, and other taxes that impact middle-class families.
November 17, 2020
Kiplinger's Tax Map for Middle-Class Families: About Our Methodology
Kiplinger's Tax Map for Middle-Class Families: About Our Methodology
The research behind our judgments.
November 16, 2020
Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Seventeen states are having sales tax holidays this year. If you plan your shopping around these tax-free periods, you can save big on back-to-school …
November 2, 2020
Louisiana Adds Sales Tax Holiday to Help Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery
Louisiana Adds Sales Tax Holiday to Help Hurricane and Pandemic Recovery
Holiday shoppers can avoid Louisiana sales tax on purchases of most items during the November tax-free period.
November 2, 2020
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
If you live in a high-tax state during the summer but winter in Florida, you'll likely save big bucks if you can establish residency in Florida.
October 2, 2020
Tax-Free Weekend Savings from August 7 to 9
Tax-Free Weekend Savings from August 7 to 9
Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia are holding (or starting) 2020 sales tax holidays t…
August 7, 2020