9.10.08

Where do your taxes go?

Of the $1,000 you paid in taxes (2007)

$420goes to Past and Current Military
$220goes to Health
$100goes to Interest on Non-Military Debt
$90goes to Anti-Poverty Programs
$40goes to Education, Training & Social Services
$40goes to Government & Law Enforcement
$30goes to Housing & Community Development
$30goes to Environment, Energy & Science
$20goes to Agriculture, Commerce and Transportation
$10goes to International Relations


Sample chart Source: Breakdown of income taxes is based on Budget of the United States Government

SOURCE: http://www.nationalpriorities.org

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