Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from New York to California
Both New York and California rank among America's highest-tax states, but they differ at the top. California's maximum 13.3% rate exceeds New York's 10.9%, creating savings for high earners who choose NY. However, NYC residents face an additional 3.876% city tax, potentially making NYC more expensive than California.
Plus NYC Tax
9 brackets from 4% to 10.9%, plus NYC residents pay up to 3.876% additional
Highest in Nation
9 progressive brackets from 1% to 13.3%, plus 1% mental health surtax over $1M
At $100,000 income:
That is $28/month back in your pocket!
| Income | NY Tax | CA Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,391 | $1,711 | -$680 (CA cheaper) | -$6,800 |
| $75,000 | $3,766 | $3,349 | -$417 (CA cheaper) | -$4,170 |
| $100,000 | $5,432 | $5,762 | $330 (NY cheaper) | $3,300 |
| $150,000 | $8,782 | $10,991 | $2,209 (NY cheaper) | $22,090 |
| $250,000 | $15,632 | $22,471 | $6,839 (NY cheaper) | $68,390 |
| $500,000 | $36,857 | $50,243 | $13,386 (NY cheaper) | $133,860 |
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New York becomes cheaper than California around $85,000-$90,000 in annual income (excluding NYC residents). Below this threshold, California's lower rates in middle brackets make it slightly cheaper. Above $100K, NY offers increasing savings.
Yes, New York City residents pay an additional city income tax of 3.078% to 3.876% on top of state tax. Combined with NY state tax (10.9%), NYC residents can face total rates near 14.8% - higher than California's 13.3%.
New York averages 1.4% property tax while California averages 0.74%. On a $750K home: NY costs ~$10,500/year vs CA ~$5,550/year. California's Prop 13 limits annual increases to 2%.