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Kiplinger
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Kate Schubel

States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income in 2026

Piggy bank on a table with US money and a wooden block that says "Retirement".

Living in one of these states that don’t tax retirement income may sound exciting. Not only could you pay fewer taxes in retirement, but you may save by not paying any state income tax. However, some states still tax certain earnings, so you may want to consult a tax professional depending on your type of taxable income.

But if your retirement income includes Social Security benefits, distributions from a 401(k) or IRA, or a pension, read on: You won’t see a tax bill from any of the states listed below.

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