The Impact of Credit Unions on Washington

Washington credit unions’ federal tax exemption no longer serves its purpose as the industry moves even further away from its mission of providing consumer-focused financial services to people of modest means.

Credit unions deprive the U.S. Treasury of $3.1 billion a year, while taxpayers in every state pick up the tab.

Key Statistics

$16,831

Federal Income Taxes Paid Annually by an Average Washington Resident Making $82,454/Year

$0

Federal Income Taxes Paid by Credit Unions

1

Total Number of Banks Acquired by Credit Unions in Washington Since 2010

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