Local government sales tax collections in New York State reached $18.2 billion from January to September 2025, according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This represents an increase of 4.3%, or $747 million, compared to the same period last year.
The growth rate observed so far this year is higher than the average growth rate of 3.8% seen during the period from January to September between 2010 and 2019, which followed the Great Recession.
State Comptroller DiNapoli commented on the findings: “New York’s local sales tax revenues rose through September compared to last year, but federal policy actions create significant fiscal risk for municipalities amid signs of a slowing economy,” said DiNapoli. “Local officials who rely on these revenues should take advantage of the financial planning tools and guidance my office offers to help them bolster their fiscal resilience.”
The report identifies several factors that may influence changes in local sales tax revenue, including inflation rates, personal consumption patterns, employment levels, and wages. The release notes that some national data for September were unavailable due to a federal government shutdown; specifically, national personal consumption data and labor market statistics were not released in time for inclusion in this report.
Additional information includes a regional table with detailed sales tax collections by county and city.
