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Retirement income in Michigan

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Does Michigan Tax Retirement Income?

Short answer: Partly. For 2026, with the phase-in complete, all taxpayers may subtract public and private retirement benefits (pensions, 401(k), IRA) up to $67,610 single / $135,220 joint. The 2026 limits come from sources citing Treasury's RAB 2026-1;.

Government pensions: Taxpayers born before 1946 may still subtract public pensions without limit. Pensions, traditional IRA and 401(k) withdrawals are taxable federally either way; Roth withdrawals after 59½ (5-year rule met) are tax-free.

Records to keep: Keep your state return, W-2s and 1099s (1099-R, SSA-1099), and any state credit worksheets. Check your state revenue department's current-year instructions before you file.