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In-State Muni Bonds — Triple-Tax-Free Income

Munis from your state of residence: federal + state + local income tax-free.

Overview

Interest on state/local government bonds is exempt from federal tax (§103). If issued by your STATE of residence, it's also exempt from your state (and often local) tax — 'triple tax-free.' High earners in CA (13.3%), NY (10.9% + NYC), NJ (10.75%), OR (9.9%) get outsized value: a 4% CA muni ≈ 7.5% taxable equivalent yield for a top-bracket resident. Watch for AMT-preference bonds (private activity), state credit risk, and duration.

Best fit
Top-bracket residents of high-tax states (CA, NY, NJ, OR, HI)Retirees living on bond incomePost-tax fixed-income allocators
Estimated impact
3–13% state tax + up to 37% federal tax on interest

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