Most states don't tax Social Security

Map Shows States That Tax Social Security
Forty-one U.S. states, including populous states like California, Texas and Florida, do not tax Social Security benefits. However, nine states still do—each with varying rules based on the income levels of the recipients.
Most states don't tax Social Security, but some still do. See the list.
Which states tax Social Security? Most states don't tax Social Security but some do. Here's which ones they are, and how they might do it.
41 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits
Unfortunately, 41 states and Washington, D.C. not taxing Social Security means there are nine states that do: There's no way to predict if and for how long these states will continue to tax Social Security, but there is legislation in motion to do away with or noticeably reduce them in a couple of states.
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