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

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 2023

2023 Tax Rates will be 4.5%, a reduction by 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 Tax Brackets for Tax Year 2021

Previous Kentucky flat income tax was 5%.

• Income Tax Brackets for Other States: Compare State Tax Brackets, Rates
• For your personal Effective IRS Tax Rate use the RATEucator Tool

Kentucky Standard and Itemized Deductions

The Kentucky standard deductions did increase for current 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.

• Other Standard Deductions by State: Compare State Standard Deduction Amounts
• IRS Standard Deduction: Federal Standard Deductions

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