Saint Lucia: Tax revenue

The latest value from 2017 is 18.23 percent, a decline from 19.14 percent in 2016. In comparison, the world average is 16.41 percent, based on data from 141 countries. Historically, the average for Saint Lucia from 2000 to 2017 is 17.82 percent. The minimum value, 16.17 percent, was reached in 2003 while the maximum of 19.14 percent was recorded in 2016. 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.