This type of tax is a called a 'flat' rate tax. This means that everyone must pay the same percentage of tax, but how much you actually pay depends on income and usage levels.
The tax states the same
The percentage of tax stays the same.
Proportional tax: Remains a fixed amount (percentage) no matter the amount being taxed. Progressive tax: Increases as the amount being taxed increases. Regressive tax: Decreases as the amount being taxed increases.
Neither, a tax in which everyone pays the same percentage is called a flat tax.
Yes, the tax brackets apply to everyone. However, depending upon the type of retirement account, they may not have to pay taxes on some of the money, as they have already paid taxes on it.
the customer of the purchased item is taxed by sales tax.
Yes, a flat rate tax is a tax system where everyone pays the same percentage of their income, regardless of how much they earn. This means that high-income earners and low-income earners are taxed at the same rate, which can simplify the tax code but may raise concerns about equity. Critics argue it disproportionately benefits wealthier individuals, while proponents argue it promotes fairness and simplicity.
Not taxed again on the after income tax money that you have saved but you are taxed on the earnings from the after income tax saved money.
Of course we are. Everyone thinks they are taxed too much except for the almost 50% of people who pay no income tax. Income tax is not the only form of taxes that we pay though. We pay sales tax; gasoline and other fuels tax; liquor, beer and wine tax; telephone service tax; vehicle tax; etc. etc. etc.
No..Government employees are taxed the exact same as all others.
Your marginal rate as compared to your effective rate.
The percentage of an income that is taxed will stay the same when income rises until that income reaches a certain point set by the government. A higher tax bracket may mean a higher portion of the income will be taxed.