Does District of Columbia tax Social Security benefits?

No.

The District of Columbia has an income tax but fully exempts Social Security benefits from D.C. tax.

Note: this covers state tax only. The federal government may tax up to 85% of your benefits depending on your combined income, regardless of where you live.

See how your claiming age affects your benefit.

Reviewed 2026-06-17. Verify with the District of Columbia Department of Revenue.

Updated July 2026