Tax revenue (% of GDP) in lower-middle-income countries in 2021 — 13.02%. Since 2011, the indicator has risen by 1.07 pp.
2011–2021 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Lower-middle-income countries
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13.02 | −0.05 pp |
| 2020 | 13.07 | −0.14 pp |
| 2019 | 13.2 | +0.8 pp |
| 2018 | 12.4 | +0.57 pp |
| 2017 | 11.83 | +0.07 pp |
| 2016 | 11.76 | +0.05 pp |
| 2015 | 11.71 | +0.26 pp |
| 2014 | 11.46 | −0.61 pp |
| 2013 | 12.07 | −0.08 pp |
| 2012 | 12.15 | +0.2 pp |
| 2011 | 11.94 | — |
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.