How long does a state tax refund take?

State refund timelines vary widely. Fast states like Colorado and Massachusetts process e-filed refunds in 1-2 weeks. Most states take 2-4 weeks for e-file. Slower states like California, New York, and South Carolina can take 3-6 weeks or longer. Paper state returns typically take 6-10 weeks. Check your state's revenue department website for current processing times.