How do ordinary Americans feel about taxes?

No one likes taxes, it’s much more fun to keep your money

Do taxes rates dirffer in different states?

Yes, most states have their own income tax system in addition to federal taxes. In my state, income taxes vary based on what town you live in.

Do rates depend on income, family structure,

Yes, rates increase as income increases, and there are different rates for single and married people

disability, unemployed status or anything else?

About a million other things. Homeownership, charitable donations, investments, healthcare costs, international taxes paid, business gains or losses, business expenses, etc

Do Americans think the taxes are high or low?

Most Americans likely think THEIR taxes are too high, but that they’re too low on people who make more than them.

Is it true that tax avoidance in America brings problems with the law & damage to reputation?

Tax avoidance is just structuring your taxes and income within the law to pay as little tax as legally possible. This is viewed as smart financial decision making.

Tax evasion or fraud is doing something illegal to avoid paying taxes (usually lying about income or expenses). This is a crime, and can bring fines or jail time.