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Utah’s distinctive alcohol laws place the state among those with the highest beer taxes nationwide, according to a new analysis by the Tax Foundation.
Revenue from Utah’s beer tax helps fund programs for alcohol regulation, treatment, and education, according to the Utah State Tax Commission.
By the Numbers
Utah imposes a beer tax of approximately 43 cents per gallon, making it the 12th highest in the U.S. The ranking is based on total state taxes on off-premises sales of 4.7% ABV beer sold in 12 oz. containers imported from out of state.
Top 3 Highest Beer Taxes:
- Tennessee: $1.29 per gallon
- Alaska: $1.07 per gallon
- Hawai’i: $0.93 per gallon
Lowest Beer Taxes:
- Wyoming: $0.02 per gallon
- Missouri: $0.06 per gallon
- Wisconsin: $0.07 per gallon
Methodology
The Tax Foundation’s analysis compares state excise taxes on beer, specifically focusing on off-premises retail sales of 4.7% ABV beer in 12 oz. containers imported from out of state.
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