Tax on Distribution

Tax on distribution of Roth IRAs are discussed in this section of Roth IRAs information website. Tax on distribution from Roth IRAs depends on if the Roth IRA distribution is after tax money or before tax money. 

How are Roth IRA earnings taxed? (Tax on distribution of Roth IRA earnings)

The table below summarizes tax on distribution of Roth IRA earnings. The tax treatment of Roth IRA earnings is shown below. 

Tax on Distribution of Roth IRA Earnings
From Date of First Roth Contribution 
Less than 5 Years More than 5 Years 
Age of Roth IRA Owner Reason for Roth IRA Withdrawal* Earnings Taxable of Roth IRA Penalty Applied Earnings Taxable of Roth IRA Penalty Applied
59 � and Over Any Reason Yes No No No
Less than 59 � Death 

Disability* 

First-time Home Purchase* 

Yes No No No
Higher Education Expenses* 

72(t) Distribution* 

Medical Expenses* 

Medical Insurance Premiums* 

Yes No Yes No
No Exception Applies  Yes Yes Yes Yes

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