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State-by-state data on taxes, wages and refunds
Compare state taxes, minimum wages and refund status for all 50 states. Every figure links to an official source and shows the date it was last checked.
No state income tax on wages State income tax applies
Four topics, fifty states
State Taxes
Income, sales and property tax rates, with the states that charge none.
Browse → 02State Wages & Cost of Living
Minimum wage floors and cost-of-living data, side by side.
Browse → 03State Updates
Law changes, new rates and program deadlines as they are announced.
Browse → 04State Tax Refunds
Processing times and links to each state’s official refund status page.
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Last checked October 31, 2026| # | State | Sales tax | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA California | 7.25% | |
| 2 | IN Indiana | 7% | |
| 2 | MS Mississippi | 7% | |
| 2 | RI Rhode Island | 7% | |
| 2 | TN Tennessee | 7% | |
| 6 | MN Minnesota | 6.875% | |
| 7 | NV Nevada | 6.85% | |
| 8 | NJ New Jersey | 6.625% | |
| 9 | AR Arkansas | 6.5% | |
| 9 | KS Kansas | 6.5% | |
| 9 | WA Washington | 6.5% |
States with the highest base state sales tax rates. Local taxes are not included, so the total you pay can be higher. Rates as of July 1, 2026.
Source: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026
| # | State | Income tax | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA California | 13.3% | |
| 2 | HI Hawaii | 11% | |
| 3 | NY New York | 10.9% | |
| 4 | NJ New Jersey | 10.75% | |
| 5 | OR Oregon | 9.9% | |
| 6 | MN Minnesota | 9.85% | |
| 7 | MA Massachusetts | 9% | |
| 8 | VT Vermont | 8.75% | |
| 9 | WI Wisconsin | 7.65% | |
| 10 | ME Maine | 7.15% |
Highest top marginal rates on ordinary income for 2026. Many states apply the top rate only above a high income threshold. Massachusetts: 5% plus a 4% surtax on income over $1 million.
Source: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026
| # | State | Minimum wage | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WA Washington | $17.13 | |
| 2 | NY New York | $17.00 | |
| 3 | CT Connecticut | $16.94 | |
| 4 | CA California | $16.90 | |
| 5 | HI Hawaii | $16.00 | |
| 5 | RI Rhode Island | $16.00 | |
| 7 | NJ New Jersey | $15.92 | |
| 8 | OR Oregon | $15.55 | |
| 9 | CO Colorado | $15.16 | |
| 10 | AZ Arizona | $15.15 |
Highest state minimum wages in 2026, including increases that took effect July 1, 2026. New York pays $17.00 in New York City, Long Island and Westchester and $16.00 elsewhere. Oregon shows its standard rate; the Portland metro rate is $16.80. Local rates can be higher.
How we source our data
Official and primary sources
Figures trace to state revenue departments, labor departments, legislatures and the Tax Foundation’s published compilations, and each page links to them.
Last-checked dates
Every page shows the date its numbers were last checked against the source, so you can judge how current they are.
Checked, then corrected in public
We verify each figure against its primary source before publishing and again when the source changes. Corrections are dated on the page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check my state tax refund status?
Open our state tax refund status tracker, choose your state and follow the link to the official state agency page. Have your Social Security number, filing status and the exact refund amount from your return ready. Only your state agency can see your return.
Which states have no state income tax on wages?
Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming do not tax wage income. Some of these states tax other income or have other taxes, so check the official state agency for your situation.
Which state has the highest minimum wage?
In our latest check, Washington has the highest state minimum wage at $17.13 an hour in 2026. New York, Connecticut and California follow. Some cities and counties set higher local minimums.
Which state has the highest sales tax rate?
California has the highest base state sales tax rate at 7.25%. Indiana, Mississippi, Rhode Island and Tennessee follow at 7%. Local sales taxes can raise the total rate you pay.
Which state has the highest income tax rate?
California has the highest top marginal state income tax rate at 13.3% for 2026. Many states apply their top rate only above a high income threshold.
Where do the numbers come from?
Rates and wages come from state revenue departments, labor departments and legislatures, collected and compared by Tax Foundation and the U.S. Department of Labor. Each table links to its source and shows the date we last checked it. See our data sources page for the full list.
Do you provide tax advice?
No. States News Journal is an independent information publisher, not a tax or legal adviser. Confirm figures with the official state agency before acting on them.
Is States News Journal a government website?
No. We are not affiliated with any federal, state or local government agency. Our refund tracker links to official agency pages and never asks for or stores your tax information.
How often is the data updated?
Every table shows the date it was last checked. We re-check a figure when a state announces a change and review our core comparison tables on a regular schedule. Report errors through our corrections policy.