Our US State information section
On each state we have tried to include the following Facts and information including history, size, population, major cities, natural disasters, taxes, current and historical prices and incomes, and any interesting news stories related to that state. We have decided to redirect all US States pages to this page to make the comparison of historic house prices, wages etc. easier. Page Created in 2009 Due To Be Updated during 2012
Alabama Heart of Dixie
Alabama (AL) was admitted to the Union on December 14, 1819
Size in square miles: 52,423
State Capital: Montgomery
Population is 4,557,808
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
2, 4, or 5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,800
1950: $27,100
1960: $42,400
1970: $46,900
1980: $67,100
1990: $68,600
2000: $85,100
Number of People employed in the state:
2,214,400 people employed in Alabama
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,118
2000: $32,892
1990: $30,056
1980: $28,220
1970: $26,707
Alabama (AL) was admitted to the Union on December 14, 1819
Size in square miles: 52,423
State Capital: Montgomery
Population is 4,557,808
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
2, 4, or 5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,800
1950: $27,100
1960: $42,400
1970: $46,900
1980: $67,100
1990: $68,600
2000: $85,100
Number of People employed in the state:
2,214,400 people employed in Alabama
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,118
2000: $32,892
1990: $30,056
1980: $28,220
1970: $26,707
Alaska The Last Frontier
Alaska (AK) was admitted to the Union on January 3, 1959
Size in square miles: 570,380
State Capital: Juneau
Population is 663,661
State Sales Tax:
Alaska does not have a state sales tax, but some municipalities impose their own sales tax ranging from 1-7%
Income Tax:
Alaska does not levy an individual income tax
Median Home Values Alaska:
1940: N/A
1950: $21,100
1960: $44,800
1970: $87,200
1980: $151,000
1990: $120,600
2000: $144,200
Number of People employed in the state:
344,900 people employed in Alaska
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $44,392
2000: $42,922
1990: $41,408
1980: $42,586
1970: $37,191
Alaska (AK) was admitted to the Union on January 3, 1959
Size in square miles: 570,380
State Capital: Juneau
Population is 663,661
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Alaska does not have a state sales tax, but some municipalities impose their own sales tax ranging from 1-7%
Income Tax:
Alaska does not levy an individual income tax
Median Home Values Alaska:
1940: N/A
1950: $21,100
1960: $44,800
1970: $87,200
1980: $151,000
1990: $120,600
2000: $144,200
Number of People employed in the state:
344,900 people employed in Alaska
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $44,392
2000: $42,922
1990: $41,408
1980: $42,586
1970: $37,191
Arizona Grand Canyon State
Arizona (AZ) was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912
Size in square miles: 113,998
State Capital: Phoenix
Population is 6,166,318
State Sales Tax:
3%-10.7%, depending on type of product and municipality
Income Tax:
2.87%-5.04%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $14,600
1950: $36,000
1960: $54,700
1970: $62,600
1980: $108,500
1990: $102,300
2000: $121,300
Number of People employed in the state:
2,923,500 people employed in Arizona
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,019
2000: $28,332
1990: $27,540
1980: $27,562
1970: $25,804
Arizona (AZ) was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912
Size in square miles: 113,998
State Capital: Phoenix
Population is 6,166,318
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
3%-10.7%, depending on type of product and municipality
Income Tax:
2.87%-5.04%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $14,600
1950: $36,000
1960: $54,700
1970: $62,600
1980: $108,500
1990: $102,300
2000: $121,300
Number of People employed in the state:
2,923,500 people employed in Arizona
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,019
2000: $28,332
1990: $27,540
1980: $27,562
1970: $25,804
Arkansas The Natural State
Arkansas (AR) was admitted to the Union on June 15, 1836
Size in square miles: 53,179
State Capital: Little Rock
Population is 2,810,872
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
1%-7%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $11,400
1950: $24,800
1960: $33,000
1970: $40,300
1980: $61,600
1990: $59,200
2000: $72,800
Number of People employed in the state:
1,367,800 people employed in Arkansas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $24,031
2000: $23,118
1990: $21,147
1980: $20,467
1970: $16,856
Arkansas (AR) was admitted to the Union on June 15, 1836
Size in square miles: 53,179
State Capital: Little Rock
Population is 2,810,872
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
1%-7%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $11,400
1950: $24,800
1960: $33,000
1970: $40,300
1980: $61,600
1990: $59,200
2000: $72,800
Number of People employed in the state:
1,367,800 people employed in Arkansas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $24,031
2000: $23,118
1990: $21,147
1980: $20,467
1970: $16,856
California The Golden State
California (CA) was admitted to the Union on September 9, 1850
Size in square miles: 158,302
State Capital: Sacramento
Population is 35,819,822
State Sales Tax: Ranges from 7.25% to 8.75%
Income Tax: California has six different tax bracket with the highest rate being 9.3%
Median Home Values: 1940: $36,700
1950: $57,900
1960: $74,400
1970: $88,700
1980: $167,300
1990: $249,800
2000: $211,500
Number of People employed in the state: 18,170,300 people employed in California
Mean annual yearly income: 2005: $45,622
2000: $43,088
1990: $35,798
1980: $30,569
1970: $29,276
California (CA) was admitted to the Union on September 9, 1850
Size in square miles: 158,302
State Capital: Sacramento
Population is 35,819,822
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax: Ranges from 7.25% to 8.75%
Income Tax: California has six different tax bracket with the highest rate being 9.3%
Median Home Values: 1940: $36,700
1950: $57,900
1960: $74,400
1970: $88,700
1980: $167,300
1990: $249,800
2000: $211,500
Number of People employed in the state: 18,170,300 people employed in California
Mean annual yearly income: 2005: $45,622
2000: $43,088
1990: $35,798
1980: $30,569
1970: $29,276
Colorado The Centennial State
Colorado (CO) was admitted to the Union on August 1, 1876
Size in square miles: 104,185
State Capital: Denver
Population is 4,665,177
State Sales Tax:
2.9%
Income Tax:
4.63% flat rate
Median Home Values:
1940: $21,800
1950: $43,300
1960: $60,600v
1970: $66,400
1980: $126,900
1990: $105,700
2000: $166,600
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 2,677,500 people are employed in Colorado
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,118
2000: $32,331
1990: $30,140v
1980: $30,256
1970: $26,508
Colorado (CO) was admitted to the Union on August 1, 1876
Size in square miles: 104,185
State Capital: Denver
Population is 4,665,177
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
2.9%
Income Tax:
4.63% flat rate
Median Home Values:
1940: $21,800
1950: $43,300
1960: $60,600v
1970: $66,400
1980: $126,900
1990: $105,700
2000: $166,600
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 2,677,500 people are employed in Colorado
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,118
2000: $32,331
1990: $30,140v
1980: $30,256
1970: $26,508
Connecticut The Constitution State
Connecticut (CT) was admitted to the Union on January 9, 1788
Size in square miles: 5,543
State Capital: Hartford
Population is 3,510,297
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3%-5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $48,000
1950: $71,900
1960: $82,300
1970: $97,900
1980: $129,900
1990: $227,200
2000: $166,900
Number of People employed in the state:
1,876,600 people employed in Connecticut
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $57,913
2000: $53,935
1990: $41,721
1980: $33,643
1970: $34,232
Connecticut (CT) was admitted to the Union on January 9, 1788
Size in square miles: 5,543
State Capital: Hartford
Population is 3,510,297
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3%-5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $48,000
1950: $71,900
1960: $82,300
1970: $97,900
1980: $129,900
1990: $227,200
2000: $166,900
Number of People employed in the state:
1,876,600 people employed in Connecticut
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $57,913
2000: $53,935
1990: $41,721
1980: $33,643
1970: $34,232
Delaware The First State
Delaware (DE) was admitted to the Union on December 7, 1787
Size in square miles: 2,491
State Capital: Dover
Population is 822,439
State Sales Tax:
Delaware does not currently levy a state sales tax.
Income Tax:
There are currently six income tax brackets in Delaware, ranging from 2.2%-5.95%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $43,300
1950: $55,000
1960: $61,100
1970: $65,700
1980: $87,900
1990: $127,900
2000: $130,400
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 442,900 people employed in Delaware
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $36,112
2000: $35,715
1990: $34,875
1980: $29,904
1970: $29,297v
Delaware (DE) was admitted to the Union on December 7, 1787
Size in square miles: 2,491
State Capital: Dover
Population is 822,439
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Delaware does not currently levy a state sales tax.
Income Tax:
There are currently six income tax brackets in Delaware, ranging from 2.2%-5.95%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $43,300
1950: $55,000
1960: $61,100
1970: $65,700
1980: $87,900
1990: $127,900
2000: $130,400
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 442,900 people employed in Delaware
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $36,112
2000: $35,715
1990: $34,875
1980: $29,904
1970: $29,297v
Florida The Sunshine State
Florida (FL) was admitted to the Union on March 3, 1845
Size in square miles: 65,795
State Capital: Tallahassee
Population is 18,089,888
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
Florida does not currently impose a personal income tax.
Median Home Values:
1940: $23,100
1950: $40,100
1960: $58,100
1970: $57,600
1980: $89,300
1990: $98,500
2000: $105,500
Number of People employed in the state:
9,186,900 people employed in Florida
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,799
2000: $30,118
1990: $27,483
1980: $24,591
1970: $22,559
Florida (FL) was admitted to the Union on March 3, 1845
Size in square miles: 65,795
State Capital: Tallahassee
Population is 18,089,888
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
Florida does not currently impose a personal income tax.
Median Home Values:
1940: $23,100
1950: $40,100
1960: $58,100
1970: $57,600
1980: $89,300
1990: $98,500
2000: $105,500
Number of People employed in the state:
9,186,900 people employed in Florida
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,799
2000: $30,118
1990: $27,483
1980: $24,591
1970: $22,559
Georgia The Peach State
Georgia (GA) was admitted to the Union on January 2, 1788
Size in square miles: 59,411
State Capital: Atlanta
Population is 9,363,941
State Sales Tax:
4%, but each individual county may add up to an additional 2%
Income Tax:
1%-6%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,400
1950: $31,700
1960: $46,800
1970: $56,100
1980: $73,000
1990: $91,100
2000: $111,200
Number of People employed in the state:
4,619,600 people are employed in Georgia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,724
2000: $33,831
1990: $29,021
1980: $25,190
1970: $23,119
Georgia (GA) was admitted to the Union on January 2, 1788
Size in square miles: 59,411
State Capital: Atlanta
Population is 9,363,941
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%, but each individual county may add up to an additional 2%
Income Tax:
1%-6%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,400
1950: $31,700
1960: $46,800
1970: $56,100
1980: $73,000
1990: $91,100
2000: $111,200
Number of People employed in the state:
4,619,600 people are employed in Georgia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,724
2000: $33,831
1990: $29,021
1980: $25,190
1970: $23,119
Hawaii The Aloha State
Hawaii (HI) was admitted to the Union on August 21, 1959
Size in square miles: 10,931
State Capital: Honolulu
Population is 1,275,194
State Sales Tax:
Hawaii does not currently impose a sales tax.
Income Tax:
Eight brackets ranging from 1.4%-8.25%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: N/A
1950: $74,400
1960: $103,000
1970: $134,800
1980: $233,800
1990: $313,400
2000: $272,700
Number of People employed in the state:
653,100 people employed in Hawaii
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $44,319
2000: $42,103
1990: $38,829
1980: $34,306
1970: $33,596
Hawaii (HI) was admitted to the Union on August 21, 1959
Size in square miles: 10,931
State Capital: Honolulu
Population is 1,275,194
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Hawaii does not currently impose a sales tax.
Income Tax:
Eight brackets ranging from 1.4%-8.25%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: N/A
1950: $74,400
1960: $103,000
1970: $134,800
1980: $233,800
1990: $313,400
2000: $272,700
Number of People employed in the state:
653,100 people employed in Hawaii
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $44,319
2000: $42,103
1990: $38,829
1980: $34,306
1970: $33,596
Idaho Famous Potatoes
Idaho (ID) was admitted to the Union on July 3, 1890
Size in square miles: 83,642
State Capital: Boise
Population is 1,429,096
State Sales Tax:
6%, but some accommodations are taxed at rates between 7%-11%
Income Tax:
Idaho has eight income tax brackets that range from 1.6%-7.8%
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,700
1950: $35,500
1960: $52,200
1970: $54,200
1980: $90,300
1990: $74,400
2000: $106,300
Number of People employed in the state:
754,900 people employed in Idaho
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $29,331
2000: $27,891
1990: $25,257
1980: $25,613
1970: $23,578
Idaho (ID) was admitted to the Union on July 3, 1890
Size in square miles: 83,642
State Capital: Boise
Population is 1,429,096
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%, but some accommodations are taxed at rates between 7%-11%
Income Tax:
Idaho has eight income tax brackets that range from 1.6%-7.8%
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,700
1950: $35,500
1960: $52,200
1970: $54,200
1980: $90,300
1990: $74,400
2000: $106,300
Number of People employed in the state:
754,900 people employed in Idaho
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $29,331
2000: $27,891
1990: $25,257
1980: $25,613
1970: $23,578
Illinois Land of Lincoln
Illinois (IL) was admitted to the Union on December 3, 1818
Size in square miles: 57,918
State Capital: Springfield
Population is 12,831,970
State Sales Tax:
6.25% for most items; 1% for qualifying purchases, such as select foods and other necessities
Income Tax:
3% of net income
Median Home Values:
1940: $34,100
1950: $52,400
1960: $72,400
1970: $76,000
1980: $104,500
1990: $103,400
2000: $130,080
Number of People employed in the state:
223,524,814 people employed in Illinois
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $45,787
2000: $38,372
1990: $32,252
1980: $32,376
1970: $30,547
Illinois (IL) was admitted to the Union on December 3, 1818
Size in square miles: 57,918
State Capital: Springfield
Population is 12,831,970
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6.25% for most items; 1% for qualifying purchases, such as select foods and other necessities
Income Tax:
3% of net income
Median Home Values:
1940: $34,100
1950: $52,400
1960: $72,400
1970: $76,000
1980: $104,500
1990: $103,400
2000: $130,080
Number of People employed in the state:
223,524,814 people employed in Illinois
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $45,787
2000: $38,372
1990: $32,252
1980: $32,376
1970: $30,547
Indiana The Hoosier State
Indiana (IN) was admitted to the Union on December 11, 1816
Size in square miles: 36,418
State Capital: Indianapolis
Population is 6,313,520
6%
Income Tax:
3.40%, slight variations based on county of residence
Median Home Values:
1940: $34,100
1950: $52,400v
1960: $72,400
1970: $76,000
1980: $104,500
1990: $103,400v
2000: $130,800
Number of People employed in the state:
3,221,800 people employed in Indiana
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,033
2000: $30,131
1990: $28,797v
1980: $29,462
1970: $28,076
Indiana (IN) was admitted to the Union on December 11, 1816
Size in square miles: 36,418
State Capital: Indianapolis
Population is 6,313,520
Indiana Average House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:6%
Income Tax:
3.40%, slight variations based on county of residence
Median Home Values:
1940: $34,100
1950: $52,400v
1960: $72,400
1970: $76,000
1980: $104,500
1990: $103,400v
2000: $130,800
Number of People employed in the state:
3,221,800 people employed in Indiana
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,033
2000: $30,131
1990: $28,797v
1980: $29,462
1970: $28,076
Iowa The Hawkeye State
Iowa IA admitted to the Union December 28, 1846
Size in square miles: 56,272
State Capital: Des Moines
Population is 2,966,334
State Sales tax and Personal Tax
5% many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
0.36% to 8.98%
Median Home Values
2000 $82,500
1990 $45,900
1980 $40,600
1970 $13,900
1960 $9,900
1950 $6,320
1940 $2,253
Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
1,679,200 People Employed in Iowa
2005 $32,340
Iowa IA admitted to the Union December 28, 1846
Size in square miles: 56,272
State Capital: Des Moines
Population is 2,966,334
Average House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales tax and Personal Tax
5% many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
0.36% to 8.98%
Median Home Values
2000 $82,500
1990 $45,900
1980 $40,600
1970 $13,900
1960 $9,900
1950 $6,320
1940 $2,253
Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
1,679,200 People Employed in Iowa
2005 $32,340
Kansas The Wheat State
Kansas (KS) was admitted to the union on January 29, 1861
Size in square miles: 82,277
State Capital: Topeka
Population is 2,764,075
5.3%, but some cities impose an additional tax
Income Tax:
3.5% to 6.45%, depending on your tax bracket
Median Home Values:
1940: $18,000
1950: $33,100
1960: $45,800
1970: $46,500
1980: $74,800
1990: $66,700
2000: $83,500
Number of People employed in the state:
1,477,800 people employed in Kansas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $43,725
2000:$41,415
1990: $29,917
1980: $27,417
1970: $23,850
Kansas (KS) was admitted to the union on January 29, 1861
Size in square miles: 82,277
State Capital: Topeka
Population is 2,764,075
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:5.3%, but some cities impose an additional tax
Income Tax:
3.5% to 6.45%, depending on your tax bracket
Median Home Values:
1940: $18,000
1950: $33,100
1960: $45,800
1970: $46,500
1980: $74,800
1990: $66,700
2000: $83,500
Number of People employed in the state:
1,477,800 people employed in Kansas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $43,725
2000:$41,415
1990: $29,917
1980: $27,417
1970: $23,850
Kentucky The Bluegrass State
Kentucky (KY) was admitted to the Union on June 1, 1792
Size in square miles: 40,444
State Capital: Frankfort
Population is 4,206,074
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
2%-6%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,800
1950: $45,400
1960: $59,100
1970: $67,200
1980: $77,200
1990: $77,400
2000: $115,600
Number of People employed in the state:
2,380,763 people employed in Kentucky
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,872
2000: $25,717
1990: $22,534
1980: $23,401
1970: $20,573
Kentucky (KY) was admitted to the Union on June 1, 1792
Size in square miles: 40,444
State Capital: Frankfort
Population is 4,206,074
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
2%-6%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,800
1950: $45,400
1960: $59,100
1970: $67,200
1980: $77,200
1990: $77,400
2000: $115,600
Number of People employed in the state:
2,380,763 people employed in Kentucky
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,872
2000: $25,717
1990: $22,534
1980: $23,401
1970: $20,573
Louisiana Bayou State
Louisiana (LA) was admitted to the Union on April 13, 1812
Size in square miles: 51,885
State Capital: Baton Rouge
Population is 4,523,688
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
2%-6%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $14,700
1950: $31,100
1960: $52,700
1970: $56,100
1980: $85,100
1990: $74,700
2000: $85,000
Number of People employed in the state:
1,969,800 people employed in Louisiana
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $24,622
2000: $23,225
1990: $21,949
1980: $25,516
1970: $20,576
Louisiana (LA) was admitted to the Union on April 13, 1812
Size in square miles: 51,885
State Capital: Baton Rouge
Population is 4,523,688
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
2%-6%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $14,700
1950: $31,100
1960: $52,700
1970: $56,100
1980: $85,100
1990: $74,700
2000: $85,000
Number of People employed in the state:
1,969,800 people employed in Louisiana
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $24,622
2000: $23,225
1990: $21,949
1980: $25,516
1970: $20,576
Maine The Pine Tree State
Maine (ME) was admitted to the Union on March 15, 1820
Size in square miles: 33,414
State Capital: Augusta
Population is 1,321,505
State Sales Tax:
5% general sales tax; 7% on lodging and prepared food; 10% on auto rentals
Income Tax:
2%-8.5% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,900
1950: $29,400
1960: $43,400
1970: $49,200
1980: $75,000
1990: $111,700
2000: $98,700
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 620,000
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $43,923
2000: $36,843
1990: $27,464
1980: $20,324
1970: $13,184
Maine (ME) was admitted to the Union on March 15, 1820
Size in square miles: 33,414
State Capital: Augusta
Population is 1,321,505
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5% general sales tax; 7% on lodging and prepared food; 10% on auto rentals
Income Tax:
2%-8.5% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,900
1950: $29,400
1960: $43,400
1970: $49,200
1980: $75,000
1990: $111,700
2000: $98,700
Number of People employed in the state:
Approximately 620,000
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $43,923
2000: $36,843
1990: $27,464
1980: $20,324
1970: $13,184
Maryland Old Line State
Maryland (MD) was admitted to the Union on April 28, 1788
Size in square miles: 12,407
State Capital: Annapolis
Population is 5,615,727
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
2%-4.75% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $31,500
1950: $48,700
1960: $58,600
1970: $71,800
1980: $115,400
1990: $148,800
2000: $146,000
Number of People employed in the state:
2,892,620
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $42,975
2000: $39,386
1990: $33,984
1980: $29,322
1970: $25,218
Maryland (MD) was admitted to the Union on April 28, 1788
Size in square miles: 12,407
State Capital: Annapolis
Population is 5,615,727
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
2%-4.75% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $31,500
1950: $48,700
1960: $58,600
1970: $71,800
1980: $115,400
1990: $148,800
2000: $146,000
Number of People employed in the state:
2,892,620
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $42,975
2000: $39,386
1990: $33,984
1980: $29,322
1970: $25,218
Massachusetts Bay State
Massachusetts (MA) was admitted to the Union on February 6, 1788
Size in square miles: 10,555
State Capital: Boston
Population is 6,437,193
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
Flat 5.3%
Median Home Values:
1940: $39,900
1950: $55,400
1960: $68,000
1970: $79,100
1980: $95,800
1990: $208,000
2000: $185,700
Number of People employed in the state:
3,427,200 people employed in Massachusetts
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,313
2000: $38,893
1990: $36,952
1980: $29,450
1970: $30,097
Massachusetts (MA) was admitted to the Union on February 6, 1788
Size in square miles: 10,555
State Capital: Boston
Population is 6,437,193
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
Flat 5.3%
Median Home Values:
1940: $39,900
1950: $55,400
1960: $68,000
1970: $79,100
1980: $95,800
1990: $208,000
2000: $185,700
Number of People employed in the state:
3,427,200 people employed in Massachusetts
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,313
2000: $38,893
1990: $36,952
1980: $29,450
1970: $30,097
Michigan The Great Lakes State
Michigan (MI) was admitted to the Union on January 26, 1837
Size in square miles: 58,110
State Capital: Lansing
Population is 10,095,643
6%
Income Tax:
3.90%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,800
1950: $45,400
1960: $59,100
1970: $67,200
1980: $77,200
1990: $77,400
2000: $115,600
Number of People employed in the state:
5,686,180 people employed in Michigan
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $45,793
2000: $40,131
1990: $37,238
1980: $34,773
1970: $34,759
Michigan (MI) was admitted to the Union on January 26, 1837
Size in square miles: 58,110
State Capital: Lansing
Population is 10,095,643
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:6%
Income Tax:
3.90%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,800
1950: $45,400
1960: $59,100
1970: $67,200
1980: $77,200
1990: $77,400
2000: $115,600
Number of People employed in the state:
5,686,180 people employed in Michigan
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $45,793
2000: $40,131
1990: $37,238
1980: $34,773
1970: $34,759
Minnesota North Star State
Minnesota (MN) was admitted to the Union on May 11, 1858
Size in square miles: 87,014
State Capital: St. Paul
Population is 5,167,101
State Sales Tax:
Varies depending on municipality
Income Tax:
5.35%-7.85%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $31,500
1950: $47,300
1960: $63,100
1970: $69,100
1980: $105,100
1990: $94,500
2000: $122,400
Number of People employed in the state:
2,942,200 people employed in Minnesota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,010
2000: $32,118
1990: $30,909
1980: $29,762
1970: $27,548
Minnesota (MN) was admitted to the Union on May 11, 1858
Size in square miles: 87,014
State Capital: St. Paul
Population is 5,167,101
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Varies depending on municipality
Income Tax:
5.35%-7.85%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $31,500
1950: $47,300
1960: $63,100
1970: $69,100
1980: $105,100
1990: $94,500
2000: $122,400
Number of People employed in the state:
2,942,200 people employed in Minnesota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,010
2000: $32,118
1990: $30,909
1980: $29,762
1970: $27,548
Mississippi The Hospitality State
Mississippi (MS) was admitted to the Union on December 10, 1817
Size in square miles: 48,434
State Capital: Jackson
Population is 2,921,088
7%
Income Tax:
3%-5%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $12,400
1950: $25,200
1960: $38,900
1970: $43,000
1980: $62,200
1990: $58,300
2000: $71,400
Number of People employed in the state:
1,307,300 people employed in Mississippi
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $22,105
2000: $21,815
1990: $20,136
1980: $20,269
1970: $16,432
Mississippi (MS) was admitted to the Union on December 10, 1817
Size in square miles: 48,434
State Capital: Jackson
Population is 2,921,088
Mississippi Average House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:7%
Income Tax:
3%-5%, depending on income.
Median Home Values:
1940: $12,400
1950: $25,200
1960: $38,900
1970: $43,000
1980: $62,200
1990: $58,300
2000: $71,400
Number of People employed in the state:
1,307,300 people employed in Mississippi
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $22,105
2000: $21,815
1990: $20,136
1980: $20,269
1970: $16,432
Missouri The Show Me State
Missouri (MO) was admitted to the Union on August 10, 1821
Size in square miles: 69,708
State Capital: Jefferson City
Population is 5,842,713
State Sales Tax:
4.225%
Income Tax:
1.5%-6.0%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,900
1950: $38,800
1960: $53,700
1970: $55,300
1980: $72,600
1990: $76,400
2000: $89,900
Number of People employed in the state:
3,052,100 people employed in Missouri
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $28,542
2000: $27,882
1990: $26,362
1980: $26,109
1970: $24,145
Missouri (MO) was admitted to the Union on August 10, 1821
Size in square miles: 69,708
State Capital: Jefferson City
Population is 5,842,713
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4.225%
Income Tax:
1.5%-6.0%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,900
1950: $38,800
1960: $53,700
1970: $55,300
1980: $72,600
1990: $76,400
2000: $89,900
Number of People employed in the state:
3,052,100 people employed in Missouri
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $28,542
2000: $27,882
1990: $26,362
1980: $26,109
1970: $24,145
Montana The Treasure State
Montana (MT) was admitted to the Union on November 8, 1889
Size in square miles: 147,165
State Capital: Helena
Population is 935,670
State Sales Tax:
Montana does not have a state sales tax
Income Tax:
1%-6.9% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $17,200
1950: $35,100
1960: $53,700
1970: $53,800
1980: $92,000
1990: $72,300
2000: $99,500
Number of People employed in the state:
486,960
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $37,313
2000: $32,777
1990: $23,375
1980: $16,670
1970: $12,002
Montana (MT) was admitted to the Union on November 8, 1889
Size in square miles: 147,165
State Capital: Helena
Population is 935,670
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Montana does not have a state sales tax
Income Tax:
1%-6.9% depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $17,200
1950: $35,100
1960: $53,700
1970: $53,800
1980: $92,000
1990: $72,300
2000: $99,500
Number of People employed in the state:
486,960
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $37,313
2000: $32,777
1990: $23,375
1980: $16,670
1970: $12,002
Nebraska Cornhusker State
Nebraska (NE) was admitted to the Union on March 1, 1867
Size in square miles: 77,421
State Capital: Lincoln
Population is 1,768,331
State Sales Tax:
5.5%
Income Tax:
2.56%-6.84%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,400
1950: $35,900
1960: $46,300
1970: $47,600
1980: $75,200
1990: $64,400
2000: $88,00
Number of People employed in the state:
986,200 people employed in Nebraska
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,985
2000: $27,115
1990: $26,016
1980: $26,685
1970: $23,371
Nebraska (NE) was admitted to the Union on March 1, 1867
Size in square miles: 77,421
State Capital: Lincoln
Population is 1,768,331
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5.5%
Income Tax:
2.56%-6.84%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,400
1950: $35,900
1960: $46,300
1970: $47,600
1980: $75,200
1990: $64,400
2000: $88,00
Number of People employed in the state:
986,200 people employed in Nebraska
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,985
2000: $27,115
1990: $26,016
1980: $26,685
1970: $23,371
Nevada Silver State
Nevada (NV) was admitted to the Union on October 31, 1864
Size in square miles: 110,567
State Capital: Carson City
Population is 2,495,529
State Sales Tax:
6.5%
Income Tax:
Nevada does not currently impose a personal income tax
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,700
1950: $53,700
1960: $74,900
1970: $86,000
1980: $136,000
1990: $122,300
2000: $142,000
Number of People employed in the state:
1,349,000 people employed in Nevada
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,416
2000: $32,892
1990: $31,011
1980: $30,516
1970: $29,914
Nevada (NV) was admitted to the Union on October 31, 1864
Size in square miles: 110,567
State Capital: Carson City
Population is 2,495,529
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6.5%
Income Tax:
Nevada does not currently impose a personal income tax
Median Home Values:
1940: $20,700
1950: $53,700
1960: $74,900
1970: $86,000
1980: $136,000
1990: $122,300
2000: $142,000
Number of People employed in the state:
1,349,000 people employed in Nevada
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $33,416
2000: $32,892
1990: $31,011
1980: $30,516
1970: $29,914
New Hampshire The Granite State
New Hampshire (NH) was admitted to the Union on June 21, 1788
Size in square miles: 9,359
State Capital: Concord
Population is 1,309,940
New Hampshire does not currently impose a sales tax for its residents
Income Tax:
New Hampshire does not currently impose a personal income tax for its residents. Much of the tax money comes from property and state taxes.
Median Home Values:
1940: $26,100
1950: $37,600
1960: $52,700
1970: $63,000
1980: $95,000
1990: $165,300
2000: $133,300
Number of People employed in the state:
746,800 people employed in New Hampshire
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,819
2000: $38,313
1990: $36,329v
1980: $28,508
1970: $27,230
New Hampshire (NH) was admitted to the Union on June 21, 1788
Size in square miles: 9,359
State Capital: Concord
Population is 1,309,940
New Hampshire Average House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:New Hampshire does not currently impose a sales tax for its residents
Income Tax:
New Hampshire does not currently impose a personal income tax for its residents. Much of the tax money comes from property and state taxes.
Median Home Values:
1940: $26,100
1950: $37,600
1960: $52,700
1970: $63,000
1980: $95,000
1990: $165,300
2000: $133,300
Number of People employed in the state:
746,800 people employed in New Hampshire
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $39,819
2000: $38,313
1990: $36,329v
1980: $28,508
1970: $27,230
New Jersey Garden State
New Jersey (NJ) was admitted to the Union on December 18, 1787
Size in square miles: 8,729
State Capital: Trenton
Population is 8,724,560
State Sales Tax:
7%
Income Tax:
1.4%-8.97%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $47,100
1950: $63,100
1960: $76,900
1970: $89,900v
1980: $119,200
1990: $207,400
2000: $170,800
Number of People employed in the state:
4,478,900 people employed in New Jersey
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $52,852
2000: $45,319
1990: $40,927
1980: $33,178
1970: $32,640
New Jersey (NJ) was admitted to the Union on December 18, 1787
Size in square miles: 8,729
State Capital: Trenton
Population is 8,724,560
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
7%
Income Tax:
1.4%-8.97%, slight variations based on actual income
Median Home Values:
1940: $47,100
1950: $63,100
1960: $76,900
1970: $89,900v
1980: $119,200
1990: $207,400
2000: $170,800
Number of People employed in the state:
4,478,900 people employed in New Jersey
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $52,852
2000: $45,319
1990: $40,927
1980: $33,178
1970: $32,640
New Mexico Land of Enchantment / Tierra del Encanto
New Mexico (NM) was admitted to the Union on January 6, 1912
Size in square miles: 121,665
State Capital: Santa Fe
Population is 1,928,384
State Sales Tax:
New Mexico does not currently impose a state sales tax.
Income Tax:
1.7%-5.3%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $6,800
1950: $34,500
1960: $52,700
1970: $49,900
1980: $89,700
1990: $89,600
2000: $108,100
Number of People employed in the state:
944,700 people employed in New Mexico
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $25,691
2000: $24,981
1990: $24,087
1980: $24,555
1970: $22,333
New Mexico (NM) was admitted to the Union on January 6, 1912
Size in square miles: 121,665
State Capital: Santa Fe
Population is 1,928,384
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
New Mexico does not currently impose a state sales tax.
Income Tax:
1.7%-5.3%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $6,800
1950: $34,500
1960: $52,700
1970: $49,900
1980: $89,700
1990: $89,600
2000: $108,100
Number of People employed in the state:
944,700 people employed in New Mexico
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $25,691
2000: $24,981
1990: $24,087
1980: $24,555
1970: $22,333
New York The Empire State
New York (NY) was admitted to the Union on July 26, 1788
Size in square miles: 54,520
State Capital: Albany
Population is 19,306,183
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
4%-6.85%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $45,700
1950: $61,500
1960: $75,400
1970: $86,400
1980: $90,300
1990: $168,100
2000: $148,700
Number of People employed in the state:
9,446,100 people employed in New York
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $41,115
2000: $36,810
1990: $32,965
1980: $27,895
1970: $29,169
New York (NY) was admitted to the Union on July 26, 1788
Size in square miles: 54,520
State Capital: Albany
Population is 19,306,183
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
4%-6.85%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $45,700
1950: $61,500
1960: $75,400
1970: $86,400
1980: $90,300
1990: $168,100
2000: $148,700
Number of People employed in the state:
9,446,100 people employed in New York
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $41,115
2000: $36,810
1990: $32,965
1980: $27,895
1970: $29,169
North Carolina Tar Heel State
North Carolina (NC) was admitted to the Union on November 21, 1789
Size in square miles: 53,865
State Capital: Raleigh
Population is 8,856,505
State Sales Tax:
4.25%
Income Tax:
6%-8.25%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $18,800
1950: $29,700
1960: $39,400
1970: $49,200v
1980: $71,300
1990: $84,100
2000: $108,300
Number of People employed in the state:
4,533,700 people employed in North Carolina
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,993
2000: $27,118
1990: $26,647
1980: $24,265
1970: $22,109
North Carolina (NC) was admitted to the Union on November 21, 1789
Size in square miles: 53,865
State Capital: Raleigh
Population is 8,856,505
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4.25%
Income Tax:
6%-8.25%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $18,800
1950: $29,700
1960: $39,400
1970: $49,200v
1980: $71,300
1990: $84,100
2000: $108,300
Number of People employed in the state:
4,533,700 people employed in North Carolina
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,993
2000: $27,118
1990: $26,647
1980: $24,265
1970: $22,109
North Dakota Peace Garden State
North Dakota (ND) was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889
Size in square miles: 70,762
State Capital: Bismarck
Population is 636,667
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
2.1%-5.54%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,900
1950: $32,700
1960: $48,300
1970: $49,900
1980: $86,900
1990: $64,900
2000: $74,400
Number of People employed in the state: 491,701 people employed in North Dakota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,395
2000: $27,809
1990: $23,213
1980: $25,626
1970: $21,744
North Dakota (ND) was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889
Size in square miles: 70,762
State Capital: Bismarck
Population is 636,667
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
2.1%-5.54%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,900
1950: $32,700
1960: $48,300
1970: $49,900
1980: $86,900
1990: $64,900
2000: $74,400
Number of People employed in the state: 491,701 people employed in North Dakota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,395
2000: $27,809
1990: $23,213
1980: $25,626
1970: $21,744
Ohio Birthplace of Aviation
Ohio OH admitted to the Union March 1, 1803
Size in square miles: 44,825
State Capital: Columbus
Population is 11,464,042
1990 $63,500
1980 $44,900
1970 $17,600
1960 $13,400
1950 $8,304
1940 $3,415
State Sales tax and Personal Tax
Approximately 7%, but it varies by county many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
Varies based on income, but generally between 6.8% and 7.5%
Ohio Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
5,340,280 People Employed in Ohio
2005 $36,270
2000 $28,207
1990 $18,743
1980 $10,046
Ohio OH admitted to the Union March 1, 1803
Size in square miles: 44,825
State Capital: Columbus
Population is 11,464,042
Ohio Average House Prices, Wages, Taxes
2000 $103,7001990 $63,500
1980 $44,900
1970 $17,600
1960 $13,400
1950 $8,304
1940 $3,415
State Sales tax and Personal Tax
Approximately 7%, but it varies by county many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
Varies based on income, but generally between 6.8% and 7.5%
Ohio Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
5,340,280 People Employed in Ohio
2005 $36,270
2000 $28,207
1990 $18,743
1980 $10,046
Oklahoma Sooner State
Oklahoma (OK) was admitted to the Union on November 16, 1907
Size in square miles: 69,898
State Capital: Oklahoma City
Population is 3,579,212
State Sales Tax:
Approximately 5% with some variations depending on product
Income Tax:
0.5%-6.65%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $13,500
1950: $31,700
1960: $38,900
1970: $42,600
1980: $70,500
1990: $61,500
2000: $70,700
Number of People employed in the state:
1,736,700 people employed in Oklahoma
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $26,112
2000: $25,019
1990: $23,577
1980: $24,716
1970: $20,759
Oklahoma (OK) was admitted to the Union on November 16, 1907
Size in square miles: 69,898
State Capital: Oklahoma City
Population is 3,579,212
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Approximately 5% with some variations depending on product
Income Tax:
0.5%-6.65%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $13,500
1950: $31,700
1960: $38,900
1970: $42,600
1980: $70,500
1990: $61,500
2000: $70,700
Number of People employed in the state:
1,736,700 people employed in Oklahoma
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $26,112
2000: $25,019
1990: $23,577
1980: $24,716
1970: $20,759
Oregon The Beaver State
Oregon (OR) was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1859
Size in square miles: 98,466
State Capital: Salem
Population is 3,641,056
State Sales Tax:
Oregon currently has no sales tax.
Income Tax:
Varies greatly depending on individual and income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,400
1950: $41,500
1960: $51,700
1970: $59,100
1980: $112,600
1990: $85,700
2000: $152,100
Number of People employed in the state:
3,041,629 people employed in Oregon
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,229
2000: $29,853
1990: $27,250
1980: $28,118
1970: $26,109
Oregon (OR) was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1859
Size in square miles: 98,466
State Capital: Salem
Population is 3,641,056
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
Oregon currently has no sales tax.
Income Tax:
Varies greatly depending on individual and income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,400
1950: $41,500
1960: $51,700
1970: $59,100
1980: $112,600
1990: $85,700
2000: $152,100
Number of People employed in the state:
3,041,629 people employed in Oregon
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,229
2000: $29,853
1990: $27,250
1980: $28,118
1970: $26,109
Pennsylvania Keystone State
Pennsylvania (PA) was admitted to the Union on December 12, 1787
Size in square miles: 46,055
State Capital: Harrisburg
Population is 12,440,621
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.07%
Median Home Values:
1940: $33,400
1950: $42,400
1960: $50,300
1970: $52,200
1980: $77,400
1990: $89,100
2000: $97,000
Number of People employed in the state:
6,262,700 people employed in Pennsylvania
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,313
2000: $30,821
1990: $29,069v
1980: $28,285
1970: $26,902
Pennsylvania (PA) was admitted to the Union on December 12, 1787
Size in square miles: 46,055
State Capital: Harrisburg
Population is 12,440,621
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.07%
Median Home Values:
1940: $33,400
1950: $42,400
1960: $50,300
1970: $52,200
1980: $77,400
1990: $89,100
2000: $97,000
Number of People employed in the state:
6,262,700 people employed in Pennsylvania
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,313
2000: $30,821
1990: $29,069v
1980: $28,285
1970: $26,902
Rhode Island The Ocean State
Rhode Island (RI) was admitted to the Union on May 29, 1790
Size in square miles: 1,214
State Capital: Providence
Population is 1,076,189
State Sales Tax:
7%
Income Tax:
3.75%-9.9%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $40,000
1950: $59,200
1960: $60,600
1970: $69,900
1980: $92,600
1990: $170,600
2000: $133,000
Number of People employed in the state:
551,900 people employed in Rhode Island
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $36,819
2000: $33,422
1990: $32,181
1980: $26,973
1970: $27,119
Rhode Island (RI) was admitted to the Union on May 29, 1790
Size in square miles: 1,214
State Capital: Providence
Population is 1,076,189
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
7%
Income Tax:
3.75%-9.9%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $40,000
1950: $59,200
1960: $60,600
1970: $69,900
1980: $92,600
1990: $170,600
2000: $133,000
Number of People employed in the state:
551,900 people employed in Rhode Island
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $36,819
2000: $33,422
1990: $32,181
1980: $26,973
1970: $27,119
South Carolina The Palmetto State
South Carolina (SC) was admitted to the Union on May 23, 1788
Size in square miles: 34,726
State Capital: Columbia
Population is 4,321,249
State Sales Tax:
6% for non-grocery items, 3% on grocery items; individual counties may impose an additional 2%
Income Tax:
2.5%-7%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,300
1950: $31,000
1960: $37,000
1970: $49,900
1980: $69,500
1990: $78,100
2000: $94,900
Number of People employed in the state:
2,148,700 people employed in South Carolina
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $29,017
2000: $28,339
1990: $26,256
1980: $24,651
1970: $21,511
South Carolina (SC) was admitted to the Union on May 23, 1788
Size in square miles: 34,726
State Capital: Columbia
Population is 4,321,249
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6% for non-grocery items, 3% on grocery items; individual counties may impose an additional 2%
Income Tax:
2.5%-7%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,300
1950: $31,000
1960: $37,000
1970: $49,900
1980: $69,500
1990: $78,100
2000: $94,900
Number of People employed in the state:
2,148,700 people employed in South Carolina
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $29,017
2000: $28,339
1990: $26,256
1980: $24,651
1970: $21,511
South Dakota The Mount Rushmore State
South Dakota (SD) was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889
Size in square miles: 77,163
State Capital: Pierre
Population is 775,933
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
South Dakota currently does not collect personal income tax
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,800
1950: $32,800
1960: $43,400
1970: $43,800
1980: $72,400
1990: $57,700
2000: $79,600
Number of People employed in the state:
430,200 people employed in South Dakota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,815
2000: $24,809
1990: $22,503
1980: $22,045
1970: $20,299
South Dakota (SD) was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889
Size in square miles: 77,163
State Capital: Pierre
Population is 775,933
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
South Dakota currently does not collect personal income tax
Median Home Values:
1940: $16,800
1950: $32,800
1960: $43,400
1970: $43,800
1980: $72,400
1990: $57,700
2000: $79,600
Number of People employed in the state:
430,200 people employed in South Dakota
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $27,815
2000: $24,809
1990: $22,503
1980: $22,045
1970: $20,299
Tennessee Volunteer State
Tennessee (TN) was admitted to the Union on June 1, 1796
Size in square miles: 42,169
State Capital: Nashville
Population is 6,038,803
State Sales Tax:
7% with slight variations based on type of products
Income Tax:
Tennessee does not currently impose an income tax on wages and salaries
Median Home Values:
1940: $19,000
1950: $31,900
1960: $40,900
1970: $48,000
1980: $70,500
1990: $74,600
2000: $93,000
Number of People employed in the state:
3,023,100 people employed in Tennessee
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $26,972
2000: $26,019
1990: $24,807
1980: $23,697
1970: $20,869
Tennessee (TN) was admitted to the Union on June 1, 1796
Size in square miles: 42,169
State Capital: Nashville
Population is 6,038,803
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
7% with slight variations based on type of products
Income Tax:
Tennessee does not currently impose an income tax on wages and salaries
Median Home Values:
1940: $19,000
1950: $31,900
1960: $40,900
1970: $48,000
1980: $70,500
1990: $74,600
2000: $93,000
Number of People employed in the state:
3,023,100 people employed in Tennessee
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $26,972
2000: $26,019
1990: $24,807
1980: $23,697
1970: $20,869
Texas Lone Star State
Texas (TX) was admitted to the Union on December 29, 1845
Size in square miles: 261,797
State Capital: Austin
Population is 23,507,783
State Sales Tax:
6.25% with individual cities having the option of adding an additional 0.25%-2%
Income Tax:
Texas does not currently impose a personal income tax.
Median Home Values:
1940: $17,600
1950: $35,200v
1960: $43,400
1970: $46,100
1980: $77,400
1990: $76,100
2000: $82,500
Number of People employed in the state:
11,529,300 people employed in Texas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,319
2000: $29,003
1990: $27,016v
1980: $27,997v
1970: $23,724
Texas (TX) was admitted to the Union on December 29, 1845
Size in square miles: 261,797
State Capital: Austin
Population is 23,507,783
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6.25% with individual cities having the option of adding an additional 0.25%-2%
Income Tax:
Texas does not currently impose a personal income tax.
Median Home Values:
1940: $17,600
1950: $35,200v
1960: $43,400
1970: $46,100
1980: $77,400
1990: $76,100
2000: $82,500
Number of People employed in the state:
11,529,300 people employed in Texas
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,319
2000: $29,003
1990: $27,016v
1980: $27,997v
1970: $23,724
Utah Beehive State
Utah (UT) was admitted to the Union on January 4, 1896
Size in square miles: 84,899
State Capital: Salt Lake City
Population is 2,469,585
State Sales Tax:
5.75%
Income Tax:
Utah currently has six different tax brackets for varying incomes.
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,100
1950: $44,900
1960: $62,100
1970: $64,500
1980: $113,400
1990: $88,000
2000: $146,100
Number of People employed in the state:
1,352,400 people employed in Utah
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,018
2000: $30,315
1990: $29,470
1980: $29,611
1970: $26,695
Utah (UT) was admitted to the Union on January 4, 1896
Size in square miles: 84,899
State Capital: Salt Lake City
Population is 2,469,585
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5.75%
Income Tax:
Utah currently has six different tax brackets for varying incomes.
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,100
1950: $44,900
1960: $62,100
1970: $64,500
1980: $113,400
1990: $88,000
2000: $146,100
Number of People employed in the state:
1,352,400 people employed in Utah
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,018
2000: $30,315
1990: $29,470
1980: $29,611
1970: $26,695
Vermont The Green Mountain State
Vermont (VT) was admitted to the Union on March 4, 1791
Size in square miles: 9,250
State Capital: Montpelier
Population is 623,050
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.6%-9.5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,500
1950: $38,000
1960: $47,800
1970: $63,000
1980: $83,500
1990: $122,000
2000: $111,500
Number of People employed in the state:
359,700 people employed in Vermont
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,971
2000: $30,319
1990: $29,792
1980: $24,783
1970: $25,055
Vermont (VT) was admitted to the Union on March 4, 1791
Size in square miles: 9,250
State Capital: Montpelier
Population is 623,050
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.6%-9.5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $29,500
1950: $38,000
1960: $47,800
1970: $63,000
1980: $83,500
1990: $122,000
2000: $111,500
Number of People employed in the state:
359,700 people employed in Vermont
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $30,971
2000: $30,319
1990: $29,792
1980: $24,783
1970: $25,055
Virginia Old Dominion
Virginia (VA) was admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788
Size in square miles: 42,774
State Capital: Richmond
Population is 7,642,884
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
3.0%-5.75%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $27,400
1950: $39,900
1960: $53,200
1970: $65,700
1980: $95,000
1990: $116,300
2000: $125,400
Number of People employed in the state:
4,051,200 people employed in Virginia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,853
2000: $34,019
1990: $33,328
1980: $29,282
1970: $26,100
Virginia (VA) was admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788
Size in square miles: 42,774
State Capital: Richmond
Population is 7,642,884
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
5%
Income Tax:
3.0%-5.75%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $27,400
1950: $39,900
1960: $53,200
1970: $65,700
1980: $95,000
1990: $116,300
2000: $125,400
Number of People employed in the state:
4,051,200 people employed in Virginia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $34,853
2000: $34,019
1990: $33,328
1980: $29,282
1970: $26,100
Washington The Evergreen State
Washington (WA) was admitted to the Union on November 11, 1889
Size in square miles: 71,342
State Capital: Olympia
Population is 6,395,798
State Sales Tax:
6.5%
Income Tax:
3.2%-17.4%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,500
1950: $43,400
1960: $57,700
1970: $71,100
1980: $118,600
1990: $119,300
2000: $168,300
Washington (WA) was admitted to the Union on November 11, 1889
Size in square miles: 71,342
State Capital: Olympia
Population is 6,395,798
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6.5%
Income Tax:
3.2%-17.4%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,500
1950: $43,400
1960: $57,700
1970: $71,100
1980: $118,600
1990: $119,300
2000: $168,300
West Virginia The Mountain State
West Virginia (WV) was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863
Size in square miles: 24,244
State Capital: Charleston
Population is 1,816,856
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.0%-6.5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,500
1950: $33,200
1960: $37,400
1970: $43,400
1980: $76,200
1990: $61,200
2000: $72,800
Number of People employed in the state:
964,900 people employed in West Virginia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,589
2000: $24,822
1990: $20,795
1980: $24,405
1970: $20,416
West Virginia (WV) was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863
Size in square miles: 24,244
State Capital: Charleston
Population is 1,816,856
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
6%
Income Tax:
3.0%-6.5%, depending on income
Median Home Values:
1940: $24,500
1950: $33,200
1960: $37,400
1970: $43,400
1980: $76,200
1990: $61,200
2000: $72,800
Number of People employed in the state:
964,900 people employed in West Virginia
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $32,589
2000: $24,822
1990: $20,795
1980: $24,405
1970: $20,416
Wisconsin America's Dairyland
Wisconsin WI admitted to the Union on May 29, 1848
Size in square miles: 65,498
State Capital: Madison
Population is 5,580,757
State Sales tax
5% many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
4.6% to 6.75%
Median Home Values
2000 $112,200
1990 $62,500
1980 $48,600
1970 $17,300
1960 $12,600
1950 $7,927
1940 $3,232
Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
2,727,430 People Employed in Wisconsin
2005 $35,660
2000 $28,570
1990 $18,152
1980 $10,161
1970 $3,983
Wisconsin WI admitted to the Union on May 29, 1848
Size in square miles: 65,498
State Capital: Madison
Population is 5,580,757
Wisconsin House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales tax
5% many Counties also have an additional tax of 0.5%
Personal Income Tax
4.6% to 6.75%
Median Home Values
2000 $112,200
1990 $62,500
1980 $48,600
1970 $17,300
1960 $12,600
1950 $7,927
1940 $3,232
Employment and Mean Annual Yearly Income
2,727,430 People Employed in Wisconsin
2005 $35,660
2000 $28,570
1990 $18,152
1980 $10,161
1970 $3,983
Wyoming Equality State
Wyoming (WY) was admitted to the Union on July 10, 1890
Size in square miles: 97,818
State Capital: Cheyenne
Population is 509,294
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
Wyoming does not currently impose a personal income tax for its residents.
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,600
1950: $41,300
1960: $60,600
1970: $58,800
1980: $118,400
1990: $78,700
2000: $96,600
Number of People employed in the state:
290,200 people employed in Wyoming
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,115
2000: $30,033
1990: $27,096
1980: $33,503
1970: $25,288
Wyoming (WY) was admitted to the Union on July 10, 1890
Size in square miles: 97,818
State Capital: Cheyenne
Population is 509,294
House Prices, Wages, Taxes
State Sales Tax:
4%
Income Tax:
Wyoming does not currently impose a personal income tax for its residents.
Median Home Values:
1940: $22,600
1950: $41,300
1960: $60,600
1970: $58,800
1980: $118,400
1990: $78,700
2000: $96,600
Number of People employed in the state:
290,200 people employed in Wyoming
Mean annual yearly income:
2005: $31,115
2000: $30,033
1990: $27,096
1980: $33,503
1970: $25,288