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Taxes
B
How did Texas earn the grade of B? We examined the state taxes based on how age friendly they are. Texas has a state sales tax of 6.25%. Of particular interest is that Texas does not have taxes on social security. There are no estate taxes. There are no taxes imposed on inheritance. Texas has an effective property tax rate of 1.86%. Weighing these taxes and other taxes most likely to impact the aging population is how Texas earned its state tax grade of B.
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Senior renewal has been a great resource until they were disbanded during this Covid time. The resource center helps with transport to Doctors appointments and back. I am working at the hospital and just turned 70. The volunteers are also available but will be returning when Covid is not a danger . We have a senior living apartment complex near the hospital as well.