48th
highest in the U.S.
11.91%
combined wireless tax rate
Comparative Tax Rate – Wireless vs. Other Goods (%)
Wireless is singled out for taxation.
Why so much?
| Tax / Charge | Tax % |
|---|---|
| Telecom excise tax | 3.15% |
| 911 and E911 tax | 2.13% |
| TDD tax | 0.21% |
| Universal Service Fund (Federal) | 5.82% |
| TOTAL TRANSACTION TAX | 11.91% |
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Source: Wireless Taxes and Fees Continue Growth Trend by Scott Mackey.