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How much money does MTA make in a day?

This daily revenue is from the following sources: * US$19.8 million from dedicated taxes, local taxes and state taxes. * US$17.5 million from passenger ticket sales for public transport use. * US$ 5.5 million from bridge and tunnel tolls.



As of the 2026 financial reports, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in New York City generates approximately $20 to $25 million per day in operating revenue. The bulk of this comes from "Farebox Revenue" (subway and bus swipes) and "Toll Revenue" (bridges and tunnels). Specifically, the New York City Transit system (Subways/Buses) accounts for over $10 million daily, while the MTA Bridges and Tunnels division—covering landmarks like the Verrazzano and RFK bridges—contributes another $7 to $9 million. However, it is important to note that this "daily income" covers only about half of the agency's massive operating costs. The remainder is funded by a complex mix of dedicated taxes (like the Payroll Mobility Tax), state subsidies, and federal grants. In early 2026, the MTA implemented a biennial fare increase to keep up with rising maintenance costs, bringing the standard subway fare closer to $3.00, which has slightly increased the daily revenue figures despite ongoing challenges with fare evasion and fluctuating post-pandemic ridership patterns.

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The largest share of MTA revenue — $7.222 billion — comes from dedicated taxes and subsidies the Authority receives from the cities and states that we serve. Another $6.870 billion comes from fares and tolls. Federal COVID-related aid, which the MTA received in 2020 and 2021, adds up to $2.877 billion.

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About the report on MTA Fare and Toll Evasion Losses to the MTA's operating budget are staggering, with nearly $700 million in revenue not collected in 2022 alone. This includes $315 million lost in bus fares, $285 million in subway fares, $46 million in bridge and tunnel tolls, and $44 million in railroad fares.

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Half of our revenue comes from our riders in the form of farebox revenue and tolls. Various dedicated fees and taxes from both the state and local governments help fund the rest of our operations.

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