New state law adds additional tax $ 1.60 per pack to existing state tax . But for some New Yorkers , the elevated prices are not as important . New York City also has tax of $ 1.50 per pack . Comment: State hopes to raise revenue ; tobacco industry fears price hike will drive smokers to black market .
New state law adds additional tax $ 1.60 per pack to existing state tax . New York City also has tax of $ 1.50 per pack . Comment: State hopes to raise revenue ; tobacco industry fears price hike will drive smokers to black market .