The States Where Residents Pay the Most in State and Local Taxes
New York's per capita taxes were 71 percent higher than the national average, according to 2024 Census data.
New York residents shoulder the highest per capita state and local taxes in the United States, with an average of $12,357 paid annually, according to recent Census Bureau data analyzed by the Citizens Budget Commission (CBC). This places New York's tax burden 71% above the national average and significantly higher than other high-tax states like California and Connecticut, which have averages of $10,160 and $9,795, respectively.
New York's fiscal challenges stem from its high spending on personal and corporate income taxes, property taxes, sales tax, and other taxes. The state ranks second in annual per capita spending at $17,399, exceeding the national average of $12,086 by 44%. CBC argues that New York's high taxes may deter residents and businesses, exacerbating the state's competitiveness challenges.
While tax concerns are not the top priority for voters, they remain a significant factor in decision-making, alongside inflation, cost of living, and other economic issues.
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