Figure J
State and local taxes are starkly regressive: Total and local State taxes imposed on non-elderly residents
Income Range | Average State and Local taxes |
---|---|
Lowest 20% | 10.9% |
Second 20% | 9.9% |
Middle 20% | 9.4% |
Fourth 20% | 8.7% |
Next 15% | 7.7% |
Next 4% | 7.0% |
Top 1% | 5.4% |
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