Utah
Overall Rating for Taxes on Retirees: Least tax-friendly
State Sales Tax: State levy is 5.95%, including a 2.15% tax that goes to local governments. Localities can add up to an additional 2.65% as well; the average combined rate is 6.78%, according to the Tax Foundation. Groceries are taxed at 3%.
State Income Tax Range: Utah has a flat tax of 5%.
State Taxes on Social Security: Social Security benefits are taxed. Benefits may qualify for the retirement-income tax credit described below.
Property Taxes: The median property tax on Utah’s median home value of $223,200 is $1,480.
