Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Middle Africa in 2021 — 9.48%. Since 2012, the indicator has fallen by 2.23 pp.
2012–2021 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Middle Africa
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9.48 | −3.22 pp |
| 2020 | 12.7 | +2.63 pp |
| 2019 | 10.07 | +0.69 pp |
| 2018 | 9.38 | +0.73 pp |
| 2017 | 8.65 | −0.65 pp |
| 2016 | 9.29 | −0.99 pp |
| 2015 | 10.28 | −0.95 pp |
| 2014 | 11.23 | −0.36 pp |
| 2013 | 11.59 | −0.13 pp |
| 2012 | 11.71 | — |
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.