Oklahoma Ranks 41st in Overall Tax Burden

New report shows Oklahoma residents pay 7.05% of personal income in state and local taxes

Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:00am

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A new report from WalletHub has ranked Oklahoma 41st in the nation for overall tax burden, with residents paying an average of 7.05% of their personal income in state and local taxes. The analysis looked at property taxes, individual income taxes, and sales and excise taxes across all 50 states.

Why it matters

Tax burden is an important metric for residents to understand how much of their income goes to state and local governments. A lower tax burden can mean more disposable income for individuals and families. Oklahoma's ranking in the middle of the pack suggests the state has room to potentially reduce taxes or shift the tax burden in ways that could benefit residents.

The details

The WalletHub report found that Oklahoma's total tax burden of 7.05% ranks 41st nationally. This breaks down to a 1.78% individual income tax burden (36th), a 1.78% property tax burden (46th), and a 3.50% sales and excise tax burden (24th). States with the highest overall tax burdens include Hawaii, New York, and Vermont, while states with the lowest burdens include Alaska, New Hampshire, and Tennessee.

  • The WalletHub report analyzed tax data from the 2025 tax year.

The players

WalletHub

A personal finance website that provides consumer information and analysis on a variety of financial topics, including taxes.

Chip Lupo

A WalletHub analyst who commented on the findings of the tax burden report.

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What they’re saying

“It's easy to be dismayed at tax time when you see just how much of your income you lose. Living in a state with a low tax burden can alleviate some of that stress.”

— Chip Lupo, WalletHub Analyst

The takeaway

While Oklahoma's overall tax burden is in the middle of the pack nationally, the state's relatively low individual income tax and property tax rates suggest there may be opportunities to further reduce the tax burden on residents. This could help boost disposable incomes and make the state more attractive for businesses and families.