2025 Data
Estate & Inheritance Taxes by State
A handful of states still levy a tax on what you leave behind — or on what your heirs receive. Here's where, how much, and at what threshold.
Estate taxes are paid by the estate itself before assets are distributed, and only apply above the listed exemption. Inheritance taxes are paid by the heirs who receive assets — rates often vary based on relationship to the deceased. Where a state publishes a range, the figure shown is the top marginal rate.
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