5 Most Taxed States in the US

In this article, we will look into the 5 most taxed states in the US. If you want to read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the 25 Most Taxed States in the US.

5. Oregon

Income Tax Rate (2024): 9.9%

Sales Tax Rate (2024): 0%

Property Tax Rate (2024): 0.93%

As of 2024, Oregon has a property tax paid as a percentage of owner-occupied housing value of 0.93%. The income tax of the state is 9.9%. It is ranked 5th on our list of the most taxed states in the US.

4. New Jersey

Income Tax Rate (2024): 10.75%

Sales Tax Rate (2024): 7%

Property Tax Rate (2024): 2.23%

New Jersey ranks 4th on our list. As of 2024, the state has a top personal income tax rate of 10.75%. The sales tax of the state is 7%.

3. New York

Income Tax Rate (2024): 10.9%

Sales Tax Rate (2024): 4%

Property Tax Rate (2024): 1.4%

New York has a property tax paid as a percentage of owner-occupied housing value of 1.4%. Its top individual income tax rate is 10.9%. It is one of the most taxed US states.

2. Hawaii

Income Tax Rate (2024): 11%

Sales Tax Rate (2024): 4%

Property Tax Rate (2024): 0.32%

Hawaii is one of the states with the highest tax rates in the United States. As of 2024, the state’s income tax is 11% and the property tax of the state is 0.32%

1. California

Income Tax Rate (2024): 14.4%

Sales Tax Rate (2024): 7%

Property Tax Rate (2024): 0.75%

California tops our list of the most taxed states in the US. The state has a top individual income tax rate of 14.4% and a property tax paid as a percentage of owner-occupied housing value of 0.75%. The state also has a high sales tax of 7%.

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