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posted Jan 27, 2020 6:01:50 PM

Why is my military retirement taxed?

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Expert Alumni
Jan 27, 2020 6:30:18 PM

Military retirement is generally taxed on your federal tax return.  There are many states that exempt military pay from state income tax.  Each state has different rules and TurboTax will apply those rules when you complete your state tax return.  

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Expert Alumni
Jan 27, 2020 6:30:18 PM

Military retirement is generally taxed on your federal tax return.  There are many states that exempt military pay from state income tax.  Each state has different rules and TurboTax will apply those rules when you complete your state tax return.