Can an individual check to see if they are due a state tax refund online?

Many states let taxpayers check the status of any refund due them online, according to the U.S. Tax Center of Banks.com. Typically the states ask for the taxpayer's Social Security number and filing status, as well as the exact dollar amount of any refund due before providing the information.

Some states provide an online tax refund status checker, as the U.S. Tax Center points out. These websites sometimes provide an estimate regarding when to expect the refund. Those who file their tax returns through the mail may have a longer wait for their refund status than those who file electronically. Most state departments of taxation also answer questions about refund status over the phone.