This Is The Average Social Security Check In Each State - Page 45 of 51

7. Washington

Average annual benefit: $18,432

In The Evergreen State, 970,010 retirees collected average monthly benefits of $1,535.96. Benefits are not taxed in Washington because there is no state income tax. Other taxes, however, are considered high.

State sales taxes are 6.5%, but municipalities can bring that up to 9.21%. Seniors may qualify for property tax exemptions. There are no state or inheritance taxes. Overall, Washington may be considered tax-friendly for retirees.