2026 State Tax Guide
States That Tax Social Security
Only 9 states tax Social Security benefits in 2026.
Click on any orange state to learn about exemptions and strategies.
9
States Tax SS
42
Tax-Free States
4
States Eliminated
Great News for 2026!
Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, and West Virginia have eliminated Social Security taxes. If you live in one of these states, your benefits are now fully exempt.
9 States That Tax Social Security
Click any state to see details
42 States That Don't Tax Social Security
These states either have no income tax or fully exempt Social Security benefits. Click any state to learn about their specific tax rules.
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