New York City Taxi Fare Increase
Monday November 9, 2009
Have you noticed that your New York City taxi rides have gotten more expensive? As of November 1st, your NYC cab fare went up $.50, but don't blame your cab driver.
New York State added a 50-cent surcharge to all NYC taxi rides. That means you pay $3.00 just to get into the cab (previously, the initial fare was $2.50). You'll still pay $.40 per 1/5 mile and minute. Other surcharges ($.50 between 8pm and 6am and $1.00 during weekday evening rush hour between 4pm and 8pm) also still apply.
Learn more about the taxi fare increase and getting around New York City by car.
Comments
First, thanks for making the distinction between the fare and the collection of a state-imposed tax. It is true, the TLC has not raised the taxi fare, which continues to remain at $2.50. Just to clarify, however, it is the taxicab owner that must “collect and pass on” the surcharge to the NYS Derpartment of Taxation & Finance. The NYC TLC does not collect or forward any of this money.