Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Malawi in 2024 — 15.6%. Ranked 54 in the world out of 89. Since 2009, the indicator has risen by 5.66 pp.
2009–2024 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Malawi
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.6 | +1.43 pp |
| 2023 | 14.17 | +0.66 pp |
| 2022 | 13.5 | +1.92 pp |
| 2021 | 11.59 | −0.54 pp |
| 2020 | 12.13 | +0.16 pp |
| 2019 | 11.98 | −0.2 pp |
| 2018 | 12.18 | −0.01 pp |
| 2017 | 12.18 | +1.55 pp |
| 2016 | 10.64 | +0.1 pp |
| 2015 | 10.54 | −0.41 pp |
| 2014 | 10.95 | +1.24 pp |
| 2013 | 9.71 | +0.39 pp |
| 2012 | 9.32 | −1.3 pp |
| 2011 | 10.62 | +0.05 pp |
| 2010 | 10.56 | +0.62 pp |
| 2009 | 9.94 | — |
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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.
