Connecticut (CT) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
6.99%
Sales Tax
6.35%
Property Tax
1.96%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $10,000 | 3% |
| $10,000 | $50,000 | 5% |
| $50,000 | $100,000 | 5.5% |
| $100,000 | $200,000 | 6% |
| $200,000 | $250,000 | 6.5% |
| $250,000 | $500,000 | 6.9% |
| $500,000 | and above | 6.99% |
Standard Deduction: N/A (uses personal exemptions or credits instead)
Sales Tax
State Rate6.35%
Avg Local Rate0%
Combined Rate6.35%
Groceries: Exempt
-0.22% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate1.96%
Median Annual Tax$6,153
+0.89% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityYES
PensionsPARTIAL
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: YES
Exemption$13,610,000
Top Rate12%
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 7.5%
Additional Notes
Connecticut has no standard deduction but offers a personal tax credit. Social Security is partially taxed based on AGI thresholds. Has both estate and gift tax.
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Sources: Connecticut Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.