Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Western Asia in 2020 — 12.52%. Since 2011, the indicator has risen by 1.45 pp.
2011–2020 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Western Asia
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 12.52 | +1.81 pp |
| 2019 | 10.71 | −0.42 pp |
| 2018 | 11.12 | +0.33 pp |
| 2017 | 10.79 | −0.13 pp |
| 2016 | 10.92 | +0.19 pp |
| 2015 | 10.73 | +0.52 pp |
| 2014 | 10.21 | −0.96 pp |
| 2013 | 11.17 | +0.5 pp |
| 2012 | 10.67 | −0.4 pp |
| 2011 | 11.07 | — |
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.