According to WalletHub, New York ranks as the worst state in America for taxpayers.
The average burden for state and local taxes is $9,718, which is 39% higher than the national average with average annual state and local taxes at $9,718.
This comparison was based on nine different types of taxation: real estate taxes, state and local income taxes, vehicle property taxes, vehicle sales taxes, sales and use taxes, fuel taxes, alcohol taxes, food taxes, and telecom taxes.
According to New York State’s Financial Restructuring Board for Local Governments, Niagara Falls is the highest taxed municipality in New York which, as mentioned above, is the highest state in the US.
Therefore, the City of Niagara Falls is the highest taxed municipality in the highest taxed state.
We’re #1.
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