Kentucky Tax Tables for 2017
The 2017 Kentucky Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Kentucky State Tax Calculator 2017.
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Kentucky Tax Tables for 2017
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Kentucky in 2017. Kentucky uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Kentucky for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 4,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 4,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 8,000.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 8,000.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 6 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 6% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Kentucky for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 4,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 4,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 8,000.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 8,000.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 6 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 6% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Kentucky for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 4,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 4,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 8,000.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 8,000.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 6 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 6% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Kentucky for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 4,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 4,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 8,000.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 8,000.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 6 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 6% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Kentucky for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 4,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 4,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 8,000.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 8,000.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 6 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 6% |
Kentucky Standard Deduction(2017)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $2,480 |
| Married filing jointly | $4,960 |
| Married filing separately | $2,480 |
| Head of household | $2,480 |
| Widowed | $4,960 |
Kentucky Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Kentucky updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kentucky conform to every federal change?
Not fully—KY sometimes decouples. See the state notes for 2017.
Moving expenses—KY treatment
If federally allowed, include via Form 3903 and reflect the AGI effect.
Do KY local taxes cap at certain wages?
Some local ordinances have caps/thresholds. Enter the actual local rate/amount per your locality.
Do I get a credit for tax paid to another state?
KY reciprocity may avoid the need, but where double tax risk exists, a resident credit may apply. Model with the credit field.
Are FSA contributions pre-tax for KY?
Usually yes within federal limits. Add them to mirror your paystub.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.