Washington state has 55+ inventory in the Seattle metro and Puget Sound region. No state income tax is the headline draw, though a new capital gains tax (7% on gains over $250K) has been added. The Pacific Northwest lifestyle appeals to retirees who want mild summers, access to outdoors, and proximity to a major metro.
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Washington Retirement Tax Snapshot
No state income tax on wages, pensions, or retirement distributions. New 7% capital gains tax applies to gains over $250K. Property taxes are moderate — King County effective rates run about 0.9%. High home prices are the main cost challenge.
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