State tax is the tax imposed by individual states in the U.S. on income, sales, and other activities within that state. Every state has its own tax system, which may differ in rates, types of taxes, and rules.
Not all states have a state income tax. For example, Alaska, Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming do not have state income taxes.
If you live in a state that imposes an income tax, you are generally required to file a state tax return if your income exceeds a certain threshold.
Residents of states without an income tax still need to file other state taxes, like sales or property taxes, or income taxes in states where they have earned income.
State Tax Forms:
Each state has its own forms for filing taxes, which can be obtained from the state’s revenue department or website.
Common forms include:
- State Income Tax Return: Each state has its own version of a form similar to the federal Form 1040, which is used to report income and calculate state taxes owed.
- State-Specific Forms: Some states have additional forms for specific credits, deductions, or exemptions.
Filing Deadlines:
State tax filing deadlines generally align with the federal filing deadline of April 15, but there can be variations depending on the state.
Just like with federal taxes, you can apply for extensions to file your state tax return, but taxes owed may still need to be paid by the original deadline.
