State taxes

Every state levies property taxes, but some states have high or complex property tax structures, making them less competitive.

The No. 1 state effectively charges 1.88% on the value of a residence, according to a realty firm's analysis of a frequent and growing concern among clients.

From those with no individual income tax at all, to those with complex tax structures — a guide to most and least competitive states when it comes to individual income taxes.

From those with no corporate tax at all, to those that tax everything they can — a guide to most and least competitive states when it comes to taxing businesses.

Boston relies heavily on property tax revenue, making it particularly vulnerable to the nationwide slump in office demand.

But last weekend was just the beginning: Retailers need help for the rest of the year, too.

States that do not assess the major taxes are more competitive than states with complex taxes with high rates.

A pending proposal from the Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board would let businesses that haven't been remitting sales tax come in from the cold.

There are ways the business owners can continue to operate in the other states.

A handful of Illinois politicians are once again eyeing a new tax on the highest earners.

Without an income tax, Washington has one of the most regressive tax systems in the U.S.

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced that North Carolina will be the latest state to join the IRS Direct File free tax program in filing season 2025.

A new study reveals increases in both local and new tax rates across the country, highlighting an urgent need for revenue at the municipal level.

The top state has a total tax burden of 12.02%.

You need to be on your toes if you work in sales tax, as states are known to make substantial sales tax policy changes with little to no notice. Vermont, North Carolina, New Jersey and Ohio provide standout examples this summer.

Only 5% of total local tax comes from income taxes nationwide, but some states rely on it much more.

Where does sales tax drive the most local revenue?

Middle-class residents in these states pay a smaller percentage of their paychecks to taxes.

Residents with low income in these 20 states pay a smaller percentage of their income in tax.

Residents with high earnings in these 20 states get a bigger break on their taxes, paying a smaller percentage of their income.