Kentucky Tax Brackets, Rates and Standard Deductions
If you still need to file a return for a previous tax year, find the Kentucky tax forms below. You can complete and sign the forms here on eFile.com before you mail them to the KY Department of Revenue. For Federal or IRS back taxes access the tax forms here.
Below find links to other important Kentucky income tax return information and other related features (e.g. tax extension, amendment, etc.)
Kentucky Income Tax Returns
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Kentucky Income Tax Forms
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IRS Tax Brackets, Rates by Tax Year
Income Tax Brackets, Rates, Income Ranges, and Estimated Taxes Due
Here you can find how your Kentucky based income is taxed at a flat rate. When you prepare your return on eFile.com this is all calculated for you based on your income.
Kentucky Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2024
2024 Tax Rates will be 4%, a reduction by 0.5% from the 2023 tax rate.
Kentucky Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2023
2023 tax rates were 4.5%, a reduction of 0.5% from the 2022 tax rate.
Kentucky Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2022
Kentucky has a flat income tax of 5% — All earnings are taxed at the same rate, regardless of total income level.
Kentucky Standard and Itemized Deductions
The Kentucky standard deductions did increase for 2024 tax year. You can also itemize your Kentucky deductions.
When you prepare and eFile your Tax Return the eFile Tax App will apply the correct standard deductions for you or you can apply the itemized deduction method.
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