Money and taxes
Who handles state income tax questions?
Who handles it
Your state’s tax agency, often called the department of revenue, handles state income tax. A city or county income tax is handled by that local government.
- Not Federal
- State
- Local
Facts checked November 5, 2026 · 2 sources
Why state and local government
States, and some counties and cities, tax income separately. What you pay depends on your income and the tax rate where you live.
What to do next
- Find your state’s tax agency to learn how much you owe, how to pay, when your return is due, and your refund status.
- Use USAGov’s chart to get your state’s current tax forms.
- If you have a tax problem or complaint, ask your state tax agency whether it has a taxpayer advocate or ombudsman.
In your state
Find your state’s official offices on our state pages.
What varies
Some states have no income tax. In some places, counties or cities also tax income.
Learn the background: How does state government work?