SimCity 2000's 1% Income Tax ordinance makes approx. $13 per 1,000 Sims but impacts residential growth. Legalized Gambling brings $27 per 1,000 Sims but raises crime.
1% Income Tax
This ordinance taxes Sims in your residential sector. While it does bring in a hefty sum, it also has a moderate negative impact on the growth of your residential zones. It is the biggest money-maker in the game and can provide much-needed funds for new stadiums or bridges, or counteract a costly ordinance. Whether or not you implement it is a personal choice.
Profit: Approx. $13 per 1,000 residential Sims
Legalized Gambling
This ordinance will bring in money from your commercial sector. It is not like a tax, so it won't necessarily harm your commerce, at least not directly. What it does do is increase crime throughout your city. This can be a good idea, but only for the short term. If you allow this ordinance to be in effect for too long, crime in your city can grow out of control. Be careful with it.
Profit: Approx. $27 per 1,000 commercial Sims
- Consider the 1% Income Tax ordinance for substantial revenue, but be aware of its impact on residential zone growth.
- Use Legalized Gambling for a quick profit from your commercial sector, but monitor crime levels closely to prevent them from spiraling out of control.
- Balance the benefits of these ordinances against their potential negative consequences for your city's development and safety.
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