State Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on state tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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'Food Tax': Which States Still Tax Groceries in 2025?
State Tax Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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California Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore California's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2025
Retirement Taxes Over a dozen states don't tax pension income regardless of your age or how much money you have.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Another State Eliminates Capital Gains Tax in 2025: What’s Next?
Capital Gains Could a major tax shift in one state be an example for other states to follow?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The Most Tax-Friendly State for Retirement in 2025: Here It Is
Retirement Tax How do you retire ‘tax-free’? This state doesn’t tax retirement income, has a low median property tax bill, and even offers savings on gas. Are you ready for a move?
By Kate Schubel
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Connecticut Tax-Free Week 2025: What to Know Before You Shop
Sales Tax Connecticut’s week-long sales tax holiday is on the way. Here’s what you can buy tax-free.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ten States With the Highest Sales Taxes
State Tax These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
By Kate Schubel
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These Summer 2025 Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekends Are Starting Now
Sales Tax Over a dozen states offer back-to-school shoppers a sales tax holiday this summer.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Texas Sales Tax-Free Weekend 2025
Tax Holiday Here's what you needed to know about the Texas sales tax holiday.
By Kate Schubel
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