Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Laos in 2022 — 12.11%. Ranked 92 in the world out of 118. Since 2008, the indicator has risen by 0.01 pp.
2008–2022 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Laos
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 12.11 | +1.72 pp |
| 2021 | 10.39 | +0.99 pp |
| 2020 | 9.4 | −2.06 pp |
| 2019 | 11.47 | −0.26 pp |
| 2018 | 11.72 | −0.52 pp |
| 2017 | 12.24 | −0.7 pp |
| 2016 | 12.94 | −0.56 pp |
| 2015 | 13.51 | −0.32 pp |
| 2014 | 13.83 | +0.09 pp |
| 2013 | 13.74 | +0.13 pp |
| 2012 | 13.61 | +0.46 pp |
| 2011 | 13.15 | +0.12 pp |
| 2010 | 13.03 | +0.27 pp |
| 2009 | 12.76 | +0.65 pp |
| 2008 | 12.1 | — |
The same indicator for neighboring countries — with links to their pages
Central government tax revenue as a percent of GDP, excluding compulsory social contributions and revenue from fines and penalties. A level of 15% of GDP is considered the minimum threshold at which a state is able to provide basic services and infrastructure.
Important: Only the central budget is counted — in federal states the overall tax burden is substantially higher.
Source: World Development Indicators (World Bank), license CC BY 4.0.
How much the state collects in a year — all revenue except foreign grants.
Public Finance Government expenseHow much the state spends in a year — including wages, pensions, benefits and interest on debt.
Economy Government consumption (% of GDP)The share of GDP taken by government final consumption spending.
Public Finance Government debtGross general government debt as a percent of GDP.
