Benefits · Tax Relief
How to apply for Social Security State Income Tax Exemption — Missouri
Missouri Department of Revenue
Who it's for
Since tax year 2024, Missouri does not tax Social Security retirement benefits for residents 62 and older, or Social Security disability benefits at any age — with no income limits (the old $85,000/$100,000 caps were removed). Eligible taxpayers can also subtract public pension benefits up to the maximum Social Security amount. The deduction is claimed on the Missouri income tax return — no separate application.
The exemption applies to Social Security benefits included in federal adjusted gross income (retirement benefits require age 62+; disability benefits have no age requirement), and the public-pension subtraction interacts with it — the exact amount comes from the tax return, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
What you'll need
- Missouri income tax return (the deduction is claimed on the return)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
Renewals
annual
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