New York’s local governments collected $11.9 billion in sales tax revenue during the first half of 2025, a 3.7% increase over the same period last year, according to a new report from State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. That’s nearly double the 1.9% growth seen in the first half of 2024 and on par with average pre-pandemic growth rates from 2010 to 2019.
“While New York’s local sales tax collections experienced stronger growth in the first half of 2025, future revenues may become less predictable as local communities weather federal policy changes, inflation and other economic factors,” DiNapoli said. He urged local officials to use his office’s financial tools and guidance to maintain fiscal stability.
Key Findings:
- All 10 economic regions, including New York City, reported year-over-year growth.
- New York City collected nearly $5.4 billion, up 4.7% from last year.
- Outside NYC, regional growth ranged from 1.3% in the Mohawk Valley to 4.6% in the Southern Tier.
- 86% of counties saw gains. Hamilton County led with a 14.6% increase, followed by Delaware (12.9%), Orleans (12.1%), and Chenango (11.7%).
- Eight counties saw declines, with St. Lawrence down the most at 5.7%.
- 75% of cities outside NYC with their own sales tax reported growth. Norwich topped the list at 19.3%, while Ogdensburg, Johnstown, Glens Falls, Mount Vernon, and Utica saw modest decreases.
The full report is available on the Comptroller’s website.
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