2021 download :
2022 Download :
Of course you don't have to buy directly from TT ...
The CD/download for 2022 returns is already available. You can purchase it from this site or try a number of other retailers like Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Target, etc. The online software will not be available until early December.
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/
You can also purchase the CD/download from various retailers such as Costco, Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Staples, Sam’s Club, etc. etc. etc.
This link Where can I obtain authentic TurboTax software? has a list of authorized TurboTax resellers.
When you use desktop software, there is an additional fee to e-file a state return. You can avoid that fee if you print, sign and mail the state return. The state e-file fee is $20 and increases in March.
The thing about software, there's no supply chain or raw materials to slow manufacture.
The price is entirely made up. It goes higher because returning users will pay it.