How State Taxes in 2026 Stack Up

The Tax Foundation’s 2026 State Tax Competitiveness Index ranks states with respect to individual income taxes, corporate taxes, sales and excise taxes, property and wealth taxes, and unemployment insurance taxes. The top 5 states were Wyoming, South Dakota, New Hampshire, Alaska, and Florida. The lowest-ranked 5 localities were New York (at #50), New Jersey, California, District of Columbia, and Connecticut. There is a map to link you to state-specific results. #IdeaoftheDay