2nd
highest in the U.S.
24.44%
combined wireless tax rate
Comparative Tax Rate – Wireless vs. Other Goods (%)
Wireless taxes and fees are nearly triple the sales tax for other goods and services.
Why so much?
| Tax / Charge | Tax % |
|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Local sales tax | 2.60% |
| B&O / Utility Franchise — local | 7.50% |
| 911 — state | 0.53% |
| 911 — local | 1.49% |
| Universal Service Fund (Federal) | 5.82% |
| TOTAL TRANSACTION TAX | 24.44% |
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Source: Wireless Taxes and Fees Continue Growth Trend by Scott Mackey.