MyGovCost: Love Gov’s Government Cost Calculator

MyGovCost: Love Gov’s Government Cost Calculator

by Independent Institute Apps

10 ratings
9 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 17 Apr 2026)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 11, 2014
  • January 15, 2016

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Estimate your lifetime federal tax liability and potential investment earnings based on your age, education, and income. Visualize government spending by category and access news, blogs, and videos on policy impacts.

Personal government cost calculation
Lifetime federal tax liability estimate
Investment earning potential
Government spending breakdown chart
News and blog access
Educational videos on policy impacts
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What's New in MyGovCost

2.1

January 15, 2016

* Better compatibility with iOS 9 * Bug fixes

User reviews

Please update the app

Please update the app

Kudos to a great app.

Not only is this app hilarious, informative, and well written - it’s intuitive.

Kudos to the devs on this one. It’s a simple, easy app - the entire experience struck me as much more intuitive than many apps I’ve seen and been a part of.

The flow of the app is great. You’ll have no problem making it almost perfect if you want to spend a little more money putting some UI lipstick on it. Never the less -

The NSA toggle on the last page is absolutely under rated.

Bravo!
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The App you need to see!!

This app helps anyone understand the practical implications of many political agendas. I don’t understand why the criticisms.. This app shows the truth of government mismanagement.

Wow.

Eye opening and mind blowing. Entertaining way of compiling facts and statistics to help the average Joe understand government spending.

Disingenuous at best

These articles and videos are meant to inform the public, but it's done with endless fear mongering. A lot of these points are interesting and under reported, but saying the government is responsible for my debt or drones are hovering above me doesn't meet the parody/comical threshold for me. I love that they want to get more young people involved and aware of government spending, but they are far off the mark when it come to being hip, trendy, ground breaking, or in my opinion nonpartisan. To hide being this one sided, you have to be a lot mor cleaver.
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FAQ

What is MyGovCost?

MyGovCost is a free app that helps Americans understand how much the federal government costs them. It calculates personal government costs, tax liabilities, and potential investment earnings.

How accurate is the personal government cost calculation in MyGovCost?

The app provides an estimate based on your age, educational attainment, and current income. It breaks down how much you're paying for each federal spending category.

Does MyGovCost offer any news or insights?

Yes, MyGovCost provides access to its News & Blog and The Beacon, featuring timely insights on government policy and human-faced stories on government folly.

Can I watch videos on MyGovCost?

Yes, the app features videos that explain how government actions can impact life, covering topics like college costs, jobs, housing, healthcare, and privacy.

Is MyGovCost available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, MyGovCost is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Android compatibility is not specified.

How often is MyGovCost updated?

The latest version of MyGovCost is 2.1, which was last updated on January 15, 2016. This indicates infrequent updates.

What is the age rating for MyGovCost?

MyGovCost has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for users aged 9 and older.

Does MyGovCost have ads?

No, MyGovCost does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.