District of Columbia (DC) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
10.75%
Sales Tax
6%
Property Tax
0.57%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $10,000 | 4% |
| $10,000 | $40,000 | 6% |
| $40,000 | $60,000 | 6.5% |
| $60,000 | $250,000 | 8.5% |
| $250,000 | $500,000 | 9.25% |
| $500,000 | $1,000,000 | 9.75% |
| $1,000,000 | and above | 10.75% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $14,600 | Married Filing Jointly: $29,200
Sales Tax
State Rate6%
Avg Local Rate0%
Combined Rate6%
Groceries: Exempt
-0.57% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate0.57%
Median Annual Tax$3,518
-0.50% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsFULLY TAXED
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: YES
Exemption$4,710,800
Top Rate16%
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 8.25%
Additional Notes
DC has a high top income tax rate of 10.75% on income over $1M. Social Security is exempt. Pensions and 401k/IRA withdrawals are fully taxed. Has an estate tax with an exemption around $4.7M.
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Sources: District of Columbia Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.