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Ohio 529 plan: tax break and facts

Ohio taxpayers can get a state tax deduction for contributing up to $4,000 (single) or $4,000 (joint) a year, and it applies to any state's 529 plan. Here are the facts on Ohio's direct-sold 529 plan (the one you open yourself, without an advisor).

Plan
CollegeAdvantage Direct 529
Official site
https://www.collegeadvantage.com/
Program manager
not found
Expense ratio range
not found
Minimum contribution
not found
State tax break (2026)
$4,000 single / $4,000 joint (deduction)
Tax parity (any state's plan)
Yes
Max account balance
$541,000

What Ohio law says

Ohio permits the deduction of contributions made to the Ohio Tuition Trust Authority’s College Advantage 529 Savings Plan. Ohio provides an annual deduction of4,000$ per beneficiary for both individual and joint filers. Married taxpayers may deduct up to a maximum of $4,000 per beneficiary whether their filing status is married filing joint or married filing separate. This deduction does not apply to IRC Section 529 plans offered by other states. 5-8 Oklahoma Yes No For tax years beginning after December 31, 2004, Oklahoma provides an annual deduction of up to $10,000 per beneficiary for individual filers and $20,000 per beneficiary for joint filers. For joint filers, each spouse must establish a separate account order in to take the maximum deduction.

Summary of state law from the ICI 2025 state tax survey; it may predate 2026 changes.

2026 limits and parity: Savingforcollege. Manager, fees and minimum: only when stated on the plan's homepage text we read (2026-10-12); otherwise 'not found'. Check the plan's disclosure document for exact fees.

FAQ

Does Ohio have a 529 tax deduction?

Yes: a deduction for up to $4,000 (single) / $4,000 (joint) of contributions in 2026 It applies to any state's plan.

Do I have to use my own state's plan?

No. You can use any state's plan; you may lose your state's tax break if your state doesn't offer tax parity.

Estimates, not financial advice. Taxes, insurance, PMI and fees vary by lender, county and city; confirm with your lender, dealer and state agency before acting.