Researchers at Upgraded Points recently analyzed the newest IRS data available to calculate average refund amounts across states and counties. The analysis also looks at how refund figures have changed over time, how they differ by income bracket and region, and which groups of filers are more—or less—likely to receive a payout.
Key Takeaways, With Data for Hall County
- Most Americans receive refunds: Roughly three-quarters of all tax filers receive refunds, averaging nearly $3,600 annually.
- Tax refunds in Hall County: In Hall County, approximately 67.0% of refunds result in a refund, and the average tax refund for Hall County residents is $3,529.
- Paper check vs. direct deposit: About 10% of taxpayers don’t use direct deposit, with paper check use highest in rural areas and in pockets of the northern U.S. In Hall County, about 91.9% of refunds are issued via direct deposit.
- Refunds vary by income: Overall, average refunds increase with household income; however, high-income taxpayers are the least likely to receive refunds.
- Geographic variation in refund size: Generally, average refund amounts are highest in parts of the South and Mountain West, especially Florida, Texas, Wyoming, and Nevada.
The full report covers over 3,000 U.S. counties and all 50 states, with a detailed breakdown of average refund amounts by income group and location, the share of taxpayers receiving refunds, and how those refunds are distributed.
The charts in the original report are fully interactive. I’ve also included a link to high-resolution, downloadable static versions at the bottom of this email.
Click here to access the full report: https://upgradedpoints.com/news/average-tax-refunds-by-state-county/