Sources: Tax Foundation, U.S. Census Bureau Statistical Abstract of the United States 2009, U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditures in 2006, Internal Revenue Service, University of Missouri Public Policy Research Center, Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS)

Health Surtax estimates are based on the latest proposal (as of July 16, 2009) which would impose a surtax of 1 percent on married couples with adjusted gross incomes between $350,000 and $500,000 (singles between $280,000 and $400,000); 1.5 percent on couples with incomes between $500,000 and $1 million (singles earning between $400,000 and $800,000); and 5.4 percent on couples earning more than $1 million (singles beyond $800,000). The bottom bracket was reduced to $9000 based on House Ways and Means ranking member Dave Camp's comment that there was a provision, outlined in pages added to the bill on 07.16.09, which tax the lowest earners .

* Recreation Tax and Clothing Tax : Sales tax applied to recreation and clothing purchases. Food Tax: Sales tax applied when dining away from home. Other Tax: Includes per capita allowance for "taxes other" per 2009 Statistical Abstract plus hunting, fishing, driver's license tax and insurance premium tax. Total State Taxes: Does not include all taxes applied at the state level.

These documents are for discussion and comparative purposes only. They are not to be used to determine actual tax liability. Please consult a tax professional for investment, legal or other financial advice.