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Re:Kiel Institute Analysis: US Americans pay 96% of tariff b... by andsoitis on Monday January 19, 2026 @12:08PM (#46681519)
Top marginal federal income tax rate in the US over time:

2018+: 37%

1993 - 2000: 39.6%

1981 - 1986: between 50% and 28%

1964 - 1980: 70%

1944 - 1963: 91%

1930s: 63 - 79%

1913 (income tax created): 7%

In most, though not all states, there's also State Income Tax. NYC also has a city tax on income.

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