Ireland Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Ireland's government revenue was 22.97% in 2025, ranked 117th globally. This represents a 13.0% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1995–2025.
Overview
Ireland's government revenue stood at 22.97% in 2025, a decline of +3.43% from 2024. The IMF projects 22.97% by 2025. Ireland ranked 117th globally.
Ireland's government revenue has experienced significant fluctuations over the past three decades. The country's all-time peak in government revenue was achieved in 1996, with a value of 38.31, a year of robust economic growth following the country's entry into the European Union. Conversely, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a sharp decline, with government revenue reaching an all-time trough of 21.84 in 2020. Since then, the revenue has slowly recovered, reaching 22.97 in 2025. When compared to its peer countries, Ireland's government revenue ranks lower than that of Aruba, which boasts a value of 23.90, and higher than Zambia's 22.77. Korea's government revenue of 22.59 is also close to Ireland's current level. To reverse the downward trend and potentially surpass Aruba, Ireland may need to foster strong economic growth, invest in human capital, or pursue fiscal reforms to boost revenue generation and widen its tax base.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 24.09% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 24.06% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 23.92% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 23.50% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 23.43% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 22.97% | - | - |
| 2025 | 22.97% | −3.43% | #117 |
| 2024 | 26.39% | +2.77% | #101 |
| 2023 | 23.63% | +1.35% | #114 |
| 2022 | 22.28% | +0.06% | #124 |
| 2021 | 22.22% | +0.39% | #123 |
| 2020 | 21.84% | −2.44% | #121 |
| 2019 | 24.27% | −0.56% | #111 |
| 2018 | 24.84% | −0.15% | #109 |
| 2017 | 24.98% | −1.77% | #107 |
| 2016 | 26.75% | +0.66% | #91 |
| 2015 | 26.10% | −6.94% | #94 |
| 2014 | 33.04% | −0.53% | #69 |
| 2013 | 33.57% | −0.29% | #67 |
| 2012 | 33.86% | +0.48% | #66 |
| 2011 | 33.38% | +0.58% | #65 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ireland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The provided headlines do not directly address Ireland's government revenue or offer specific data points for its recent performance. While one headline notes an increase in tax and social contribution revenues across most EU member states,
Frequently Asked Questions
Ireland's government revenue was 22.97% in 2025. Ranked 117th globally. This represents a 13.0% decrease from the previous year.
Ireland's government revenue peaked at 38.31% in 1996.
The lowest government revenue in Ireland was 21.84% in 2020.
Ireland ranks 117th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Ireland's government revenue is projected to reach 22.97% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Ireland in 2025 was 22.97%. This ranks 117th in the world.
Cite this page
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publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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