About States News Journal
States News Journal publishes dated, sourced data on state taxes, minimum wages and tax refunds for all 50 US states. Our goal is simple: give readers one clear place to compare states without hunting through agency websites.
What we cover
We focus on four topics: state taxes, state wages and cost of living, state updates and state tax refunds. Each topic uses the same format, so you can compare one state with another quickly.
The editorial desk
The States News Journal Editorial Desk writes and reviews every page. The desk checks each figure against an official or primary source, adds the check date and links to the source so you can verify it yourself.
How we keep data accurate
We cite state agencies, the US Department of Labor and recognized tax research organizations. We re-check rates and wages on a regular schedule and after major legislative changes. Read the full process in our editorial policy.
What we are not
We are not a government agency and we do not give tax, legal or financial advice. Read our disclaimer for details.
Our editorial standards
- Every figure links to an official or primary source. See our data sources.
- Every table shows the date we last checked it.
- We fix confirmed errors under our public corrections policy.
- We separate facts from guidance and never present information as personal tax advice.
How we are funded
States News Journal is an independent publisher. We may earn revenue from advertising or affiliate links. Revenue never changes our data, our rankings or our corrections. We label sponsored content clearly.
Contact and location
States News Journal3rd Ave
New York, NY 10003
USA
Questions or corrections? Visit our contact page.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs States News Journal?
An independent editorial team based in New York. We do not represent any state or government body.
How often do you update your data?
We re-check key figures on a regular schedule and update sooner when a state changes a rate, wage or deadline. Every table shows its last check date.
Is the information free?
Yes. All state data and guides on this site are free to read.
How can I report a mistake?
Use our contact page. Include the state, the figure and an official source link.