Skip to main content
SimplyTrust
SimplyTrust
MobileNewForms & ToolsFreeLearnStates
OverviewEstate Law
Probate by County
OverviewEstate Law
Forms
Revocable Living Trust for Delaware ResidentsDelaware Last Will and TestamentDelaware Pour-Over WillDelaware Healthcare Power of AttorneyDelaware Financial Power of Attorney
Getting Prepared
Delaware Estate Planning Cost CalculatorDelaware Revocable Living Trust Cost CalculatorDelaware Will Cost CalculatorDelaware Life Insurance CalculatorDelaware Beneficiary Designation CheckerDelaware Signing Requirements CheckerDelaware Document Portability CheckerDelaware Revocable TrustDelaware Trust or Will Decision Tool
Someone Just Passed Away
Delaware Death Certificate CalculatorDelaware Probate Decision ToolDelaware Inheritance ExplainerDelaware Estate Settlement Checklist
I'm an Executor
Delaware Probate Cost CalculatorDelaware Executor Fee CalculatorDelaware Self-File Probate AssessmentDelaware Executor Duties Checklist
I'm a Trustee
Delaware Trustee Compensation CalculatorDelaware Trustee Duties Checklist
Taxes & Inheritance
Delaware Who Inherits CalculatorDelaware Estate & Inheritance Tax Calculator
Company
AboutCareersContactFormsMobileNewPress
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceSecurityAI Access

© 2026 SimplyTrust Software Inc.

SimplyTrust Logo

Every family deserves a plan. We'll help.

Forms

  • Revocable Trust
  • Last Will
  • Pour-Over Will
  • Healthcare Proxy
  • Financial POA

Tools

  • Trust vs Will
  • Probate Calculator
  • Who Inherits
  • Estate Settlement
  • Death Tax Calculator
  • Life Insurance

Learn

  • Articles
  • State Guides
  • Estate Law
  • Life Events
  • Law Firms
  • Financial Institutions

Company

  • About
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • Press
  • Mobile App

SimplyTrust is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal counsel, or attorney review. Information on this platform is for general informational purposes only. Use of SimplyTrust does not create an attorney-client relationship. You are solely responsible for all documents you create. For advice tailored to your circumstances, consult a licensed attorney in your state.

© 2026 SimplyTrust Software Inc. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy·Terms of Service·Security··AI Access

All content, data, and calculations are proprietary. Automated scraping, systematic downloading, or data extraction is prohibited under our Terms of Service. Product visuals are simulated for illustrative purposes and may differ from actual experience.

Estate planning, in your pocket.

Create and manage your trust from your phone.

Revocable Trusts

Skip probate with a revocable trust

Estate Ledger

Every decision signed, timestamped, and hashed

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

Download

Get the app on iOS and Android

Home→Tools→Death Tax Calculator→Delaware

How Much Are Death Taxes in Delaware?

Estimate federal estate tax, state estate tax, and inheritance tax for an estate or trust. See which taxes apply in your state and how much beneficiaries may owe.

$
$
$

Mortgages, loans, funeral costs, administration

Calculate Death Taxes

Select your state, enter an estate value, and indicate marital status to see federal and state death tax estimates.

Quick examples:
West Dakota: $999,999 (99.9%)East Montana: $888,888 (88.8%)

This calculator provides general information about estate and inheritance taxes and is not legal or tax advice. Estate tax laws are complex and subject to change. Consult a licensed attorney or tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.Data verified 2026-02-20

SimplyTrust

We're here when you're ready

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Delaware does not impose a state estate tax or inheritance tax. Only federal estate tax applies to very large estates (over $13.61 million in 2024).

What Are the Death Taxes in Delaware?

Delaware does not impose a state estate tax or inheritance tax. This means only federal estate tax applies, and only to estates exceeding $15 million (2026).

With the $15 million federal exemption (2026), most estates fall below the taxable threshold. Married couples can effectively shield $30 million using portability.

While Delaware has no state death taxes, estate planning remains important. This includes having a valid will, considering trusts for asset protection, and ensuring beneficiary designations are up to date.

Is this your situation?

Get a complete guide for your specific circumstances.

Inheritance

Inheritance

Inheriting assets brings responsibility. How to manage, protect, and plan for inherited wealth — including tax implications and trust options.

Learn more
Named as Executor

Named as Executor

Being named executor means navigating probate, managing assets, and distributing the estate. What's expected, what you can charge, and how to start.

Learn more

More estate planning resources

Explore related tools and documents to complete your estate plan.

Free

Last Will and Testament

Create a free, state-specific will with witness and notarization requirements included.

Get Started
Free

Pour-Over Will

Transfer assets to your existing trust. State execution requirements included.

Get Started
$12/month

Revocable Living Trust

Find out if a revocable trust makes sense based on your state's laws.

Get Started

How Much Does Probate Cost?

Estimate attorney fees, executor fees, court costs, and timeline for probating an estate in your state. See if the estate qualifies for simplified probate procedures.

Use Calculator

Who Inherits Without a Will?

Find out who inherits your estate and how much they get if you die without a will. Based on your state's intestate succession laws.

Use Calculator

How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?

Calculate how much life insurance coverage you need. Accounts for income replacement, debt payoff, college funding, and state-specific factors like cost of living and estate taxes.

Use Calculator

I'm Inheriting - What Should I Expect?

Find out what to expect when inheriting money, property, or other assets. See timeline estimates, inheritance tax implications, and understand what the executor or trustee is handling behind the scenes.

Learn More

What Are My Duties as Executor?

Complete guide for executors and personal representatives navigating probate. Court filings, creditor claims, and distribution timelines.

Get Checklist

How Do I Settle an Estate?

Get a personalized checklist for settling an estate after someone passes away. Covers trust administration, probate, and intestate estates.

Get Checklist

Delaware Tax Planning Attorneys

10 firms

Delaware Estate Planning Resources

In-depth guides covering Delaware probate laws, trust requirements, and estate planning strategies.