2025 Delaware State Tax Refund &#8211; DE Tax Brackets

2025 Delaware State Tax Refund – DE Tax Brackets

Find information about your Delaware income tax below. Check your filing status and refund for any state.

Where is my Delaware state tax refund?

Check the status of your Delaware refund using these resources:

State: DelawareRefund Status Website: Check My Delaware Tax Refund StatusRefund Status Phone Support: 1-302-577-8200, 1-800-292-7826Email Tax Support: Delaware Tax Support2025 State Tax Filing Deadline: April 15, 2026

Note: Please wait 10-12 weeks for your refund to process.

FAQs

How long to get Delaware tax refund?

You can expect to receive your Delaware tax refund within 10-12 weeks after your return is accepted (assuming there are no issues with your return). The fastest way to get your refund is to e-file your Delaware state income tax return and choose direct deposit. However, if your return is incorrect, incomplete, or you filed a paper return, the refund process can take longer.

How to check Delaware tax refund?

You can check your refund online using the “Check Refund Status” tool on the Delaware Taxpayer Portal’s website. You’ll need your Social Security Number or ITIN and expected refund amount.

When does Delaware release tax refunds?

Delaware processes refunds after returns are received and accepted. While there’s no set issue date for all refunds, most e-filed refunds are issued within a few weeks of filing (paper returns may take several more weeks).Note that these are general guidelines. Timing may vary depending on the type of return and the volume of returns being processed by the state tax department at the time. If you have waited longer than the expected timeframe and still haven’t received your refund, use your state’s refund status tracking tool (linked above) or contact your state department of taxation using the contact info above.

Why is my Delaware tax refund under manual review?

If your return contains errors, missing information, or is flagged for potential fraud, it may trigger a manual review. Manual reviews take longer to process, which can delay your refund.

Why is my Delaware tax refund being offset?

State refunds can be offset (reduced or withheld) if you owe certain debts, such as unpaid taxes or child support, defaulted student loans, or other unpaid court-ordered debts. Tax agencies have the authority to intercept refunds to pay for certain debts. If you believe your refund offset was done in error, contact your state tax department.

What day are Delaware tax refunds deposited?

There isn’t a fixed “deposit day” for state refunds. Basically, once your refund is approved, Delaware issues it as soon as possible. Direct deposit usually arrives faster than mailed checks, but the exact day varies depending on when you filed and how quickly your return is processed.

Delaware Tax Brackets

Here is a look at the income tax bracket for the state of Delaware. The rates are the same regardless of filing status. If you need more information on how tax brackets work you can use our tax bracket calculator.

Taxable IncomeTax Rate$0-$2,0000%$2,001-$5,0002.20%$5,001-$10,0003.90%$10,001-$20,0004.80%$20,001-$25,0005.20%$25,001-$60,0005.55%$60,001 and above6.60%

Delaware State Taxable Income & Deductions

The Delaware adjusted gross income from which taxes are withdrawn is quite similar to federal adjusted gross income. The main difference is that Social Security funds are not taxable in the state.

For Delaware residents, the income from pension and 401K plans subject to federal taxes will also be subject to state taxes. However, individuals 60 or older are eligible for an exclusion on their pension income of up to $12,500 or the amount of their pension and retirement income, whichever is lower. For individuals aged 60 or older, the combined sum of pension and eligible retirement income should not surpass $12,500 per person. For those under age 60, the exclusion amount on their pension income is restricted to $2,000.

Delaware taxpayers can itemize deductions on their state returns. For a resident to claim itemized deductions, however, they must claim to itemize on their federal return.

This article is for informational purposes only and not legal or financial advice.