Australia: Tax revenue

The latest value from 2022 is 23.6 percent, an increase from 23.03 percent in 2021. In comparison, the world average is 17.41 percent, based on data from 94 countries. Historically, the average for Australia from 1972 to 2022 is 21.89 percent. The minimum value, 17.02 percent, was reached in 1973 while the maximum of 24.86 percent was recorded in 2001. See the global rankings or world map for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Tax revenue refers to compulsory transfers to the central government for public purposes. Certain compulsory transfers such as fines, penalties, and most social security contributions are excluded. Refunds and corrections of erroneously collected tax revenue are treated as negative revenue.