There are two inevitabilities in life: death and taxes. And while Tennessee boasts an overall favorable tax climate, there are still areas where voters believe the state could do better. Check out where Tennesseans stand on state and local tax issues here.
Additional Insights
In February 2026’s focus groups, participants were asked how they feel their tax dollars are being spent, which you can see above. What do you think about your local tax dollars going to fund lobbyists at the state and federal levels?
71%
of voters support allowing Tennessee businesses to fully deduct the cost of capital expenses—such as equipment and machinery—from their state taxes in the first year, similar to federal tax rules.
51%
When asked which of the following best reflects your opinion on managing property tax increases in Tennessee, 51% of Tennesseans said they support a statewide property tax cap.
Taxes Media
Focus Groups: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
Are you aware that Tennessee’s 30 largest cities spend more than $1.4 million a year to…Man on the Street: Property Taxes
We took to the streets and asked people their thoughts on the property taxes that…Property Tax Limitation Key to Keeping Tennessee Competitive, New Polling Shows It’s Also Popular
Imitation is among the highest forms of flattery, and states across the country continue to…
