Colombia Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Colombia's government revenue was 27.55% in 2025, ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Colombia's government revenue stood at 27.55% in 2025, a decline of +0.85% from 2024. The IMF projects 27.55% by 2025. Colombia ranked 93rd globally.
Colombia’s government revenue as a share of GDP has risen sharply from a modest 0.05 in 1980 to 27.55 in 2025, placing the country 93rd globally and positioning it alongside peers such as South Africa (27.64) and Georgia (27.61). The upward trajectory accelerated after the early‑1980s trough of 0.04 in 1981, reflecting successive tax reforms, improved fiscal administration and higher commodity prices that boosted fiscal capacity. The all‑time peak of 32.20 in 2023 marked the highest level of revenue mobilisation in the 46‑year series, driven by stronger collection efficiency and expanded base‑broadening measures. While the recent dip to 27.55 suggests a modest pull‑back, the long‑run trend remains firmly upward, indicating that continued diversification of the tax base and sustained economic growth could keep revenue ratios on an expanding path, barring major fiscal shocks.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 29.47% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 29.27% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 29.02% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 28.53% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 27.95% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 27.55% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.55% | −0.85% | #93 |
| 2024 | 28.40% | −3.80% | #84 |
| 2023 | 32.20% | +4.45% | #69 |
| 2022 | 27.75% | +0.53% | #88 |
| 2021 | 27.22% | +0.63% | #84 |
| 2020 | 26.59% | −2.81% | #91 |
| 2019 | 29.40% | −0.59% | #78 |
| 2018 | 29.99% | +3.17% | #79 |
| 2017 | 26.83% | −0.90% | #91 |
| 2016 | 27.72% | −0.04% | #83 |
| 2015 | 27.76% | −1.76% | #81 |
| 2014 | 29.52% | +0.54% | #84 |
| 2013 | 28.98% | −0.27% | #87 |
| 2012 | 29.25% | +1.01% | #90 |
| 2011 | 28.24% | +1.19% | #88 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Colombia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2023. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Colombia's government revenue was 27.55% in 2025. Ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from the previous year.
Colombia's government revenue peaked at 32.20% in 2023.
The lowest government revenue in Colombia was 0.04% in 1981.
Colombia ranks 93rd globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Colombia's government revenue is projected to reach 27.55% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Colombia in 2025 was 27.55%. This ranks 93rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_colombia_government-revenue,
title = {Colombia Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/colombia/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}