New York State inflation refund checks are beginning to be mailed out on Sept. 26

NEW YORK STATE (WSYR-TV) — Inflation checks will start being mailed out to eligible New Yorkers on Friday, Sept. 26.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Sept. 26 that New York’s first-ever inflation checks will be sent directly to 8.2 million households, with deliveries continuing throughout October and November.

You do not need to sign up to receive a check, and there are no age restrictions.

Who’s eligible for an inflation refund check?

You are eligible if, for the 2023 tax year, you:

• Filed Form IT-201, New York State Resident Income Tax Return
• Reported income within the qualifying thresholds below
• Were not claimed as a dependent on another taxpayer’s return

Income thresholds and check amounts:

• Joint tax filers with income up to $150,000 will receive a $400 check.
• Joint tax filers with income over $150,000, but no greater than $300,000, will receive a $300 check.
• Single tax filers with income up to $75,000 will receive a $200 check.
• Single tax filers with incomes over $75,000, but no greater than $150,000, will receive a $150 check.

If you filed a tax return, are below the income thresholds, and no one else claimed you as a dependent, you will receive a check.

When will checks be delivered?

Checks will be mailed across the state beginning Sept. 26, and deliveries will continue throughout October and November. Your check may arrive earlier or later than your neighbors, as mailings are not based on zip code or region.

For more information from the New York State Tax Department, visit ny.gov/inflationrefund.

Regional breakdown of checks being sent:

Region	Number of Recipients
New York City	3.53 million
Long Island	1.25 million
Mid-Hudson	924,000
Western New York	585,000
Finger Lakes	513,000
Capital Region	475,000
Central New York	321,000
Southern Tier	251,000
Mohawk Valley	198,000
North Country	156,000
TOTAL	8.2 million

“Starting today, we’re sending inflation refund checks to over 8 million New Yorkers because it’s simple — this is your money and we’re putting it back in your pockets,” Governor Hochul said. “I’ll never stop fighting to help your family address the rising cost of living — and that’s why I also delivered on my promise to cut taxes for the middle class, expand the child tax credit and ensure free school meals for every student.”

The initiative comes as part of the Governor’s goal to put money back in the pockets of New Yorkers during a time when inflation has driven the cost of everyday necessities higher.

She believes the inflation refund checks can offer New Yorkers a cushion for smaller expenses, providing them with a sense of relief for unexpected repairs or emergencies.