Trump deportations cost taxpayers $2,358 each
Summary
A new analysis estimates that U.S. taxpayers would pay about $2,358 each for President Trump’s plan to deport many immigrants. This money could instead be used to support public programs like food aid, healthcare, and housing.Key Facts
- The Economic Policy Institute (EPI) estimates the total cost of deportations under President Trump’s plan at $268.9 billion.
- This cost breaks down to about $2,358 per taxpayer across the country.
- The money spent on deportations could fund food assistance (SNAP) for over 118 million people, Medicaid for nearly 12 million people, or low-cost housing for 9.7 million households.
- In Washington, D.C., taxpayers could pay as much as $3,930 each toward deportations.
- States with lower tax contributions, like West Virginia, would pay less per taxpayer (about $1,297 each).
- Deportation costs come from various government bills and repurposed funds over President Trump’s second term.
- The government spends roughly $18,000 for each deportation that is not voluntary.
- If Congress approves more funding, the total spending on deportations could increase further.
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