I pay rent to a landlord to live in my house. Is this deductible income?

[lornabetts]

Is my monthly rental payment to my landlord deductable?

[DoninGA]

Rent paid is not deductible on a federal tax return.

[Carl]

Rent paid for your primary residence, 2nd home or any other 'personal use' property is not deductible on a federal return. However, if your state taxes your personal income, some states offer a "renter's credit" on the state tax return. If your state has such a thing, you won't deal with it until you get to the state return.