PA · Tax Year 2026
How Pennsylvania taxes Social Security, pensions, 401(k)/IRA withdrawals, and military retirement pay in 2026.
Qualifying retirement distributions fully exempt
Qualified-plan retirement eligibility rules; IRA generally age 59.5+
Additional Notes
Premature distributions may be taxable to extent exceeding recoverable contributions
Does Pennsylvania tax Social Security benefits?
No. Pennsylvania does not tax Social Security retirement benefits.
Does Pennsylvania tax pension income?
No. Pennsylvania exempts pension income from state income tax.
Does Pennsylvania tax 401(k) and IRA withdrawals?
No. Pennsylvania does not tax qualifying 401(k) and IRA distributions.
Is Pennsylvania a tax-friendly state for retirees?
Generally yes. Pennsylvania exempts Social Security and offers exemptions for other retirement income, making it relatively favorable for retirees.
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Data Source
Official Pennsylvania state tax authority guidance. Tax year 2026. Some annually indexed thresholds may not yet be finalized — confirm with the state revenue department before filing.
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Data reflects tax year 2026 rules sourced from official Pennsylvania state tax authorities. This page is for informational purposes only — always confirm current rules with the state revenue department or a qualified tax professional before making financial or relocation decisions.