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Tax help in Delaware

Delaware tax rules, in plain words.

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Updated October 8, 20265 sourcesFact checked
The short answer

State tax debt in Delaware is collected by Delaware Division of Revenue, not the IRS. Call the installment line at (302) 577-8586. Pay what you can first.

Key facts for Delaware

State income tax
2.2% to 6.6%. The 6.6% rate starts at $60,000. Source
Payment plan
Call the installment line at (302) 577-8586. Pay what you can first. Source
Collection tools
Delaware can file a judgment, serve a warrant on wages or bank accounts, and seize property. Unpaid withholding tax can get a 100% penalty. Source

Two debts, two sets of rules

  • The IRS collects federal taxes, with its own letters and plans.
  • Delaware Division of Revenue collects Delaware taxes, with its own rules.
  • A plan with the IRS does not stop the state from collecting, and the other way around.

Common questions in Delaware

Who collects state taxes in Delaware?

The Delaware Division of Revenue. It is separate from the IRS. A plan with one does not stop the other from collecting.

Can I get a payment plan for Delaware taxes?

Call the installment line at (302) 577-8586. Pay what you can first.

Can TaxTruce help with Delaware tax debt?

Yes. TaxTruce is a free service that connects you with tax resolution firms that work in Delaware. Answer a few questions, confirm your phone with a text code, and a firm reviews your situation and calls you back. We are not the IRS or a state agency.

Results depend on your situation. Not every case qualifies.

Facts on this page come from Delaware Division of Revenue and are linked. Rules change. Check with Delaware Division of Revenue or a licensed tax pro before you act. We are not affiliated with Delaware Division of Revenue.

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