Poland Tax Revenue
Tax revenue as % of GDP GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS
Poland's tax revenue was 18.32% in 2025, ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1994–2025.
Overview
Poland's tax revenue stood at 18.32% in 2025, a rise of +0.32% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 18.32% by 2025. Poland ranked 52nd globally.
Poland's tax revenue has exhibited fluctuations over the past three decades, with a notable peak of 22.78 in 1994 and a trough of 15.61 in 2015, indicating a 31% decline. The country's tax revenue has been steadily increasing since 2015, reaching 18.32 in 2025, a 17% increase from the trough. Poland's tax revenue ranks 52 globally, closely trailing North Macedonia's 18.37. The country's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP has been stable, averaging around 18.2% over the past decade. This stability is a positive trend, but it is still below the peak achieved in the early 1990s. A sustained economic growth, driven by investments in infrastructure and human capital, could further boost tax revenue and propel Poland to a higher global ranking.
Data & projection
| Year | Tax Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 18.48% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 18.32% | - | - |
| 2025 | 18.32% | +0.32% | #52 |
| 2023 | 18.00% | +0.88% | #54 |
| 2022 | 17.12% | −1.84% | #56 |
| 2021 | 18.96% | +1.67% | #80 |
| 2020 | 17.29% | +0.15% | #79 |
| 2019 | 17.14% | −0.04% | #74 |
| 2018 | 17.18% | +0.45% | #74 |
| 2017 | 16.74% | +0.53% | #74 |
| 2016 | 16.21% | +0.60% | #72 |
| 2015 | 15.61% | −0.01% | #69 |
| 2014 | 15.63% | −0.05% | #66 |
| 2013 | 15.67% | −0.33% | #62 |
| 2012 | 16.01% | −0.66% | #68 |
| 2011 | 16.67% | +0.13% | #69 |
| 2010 | 16.54% | +0.53% | #71 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tax revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's tax revenue was 18.32% in 2025. Ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from the previous year.
Poland's tax revenue peaked at 22.78% in 1994.
The lowest tax revenue in Poland was 15.61% in 2015.
Poland ranks 52nd globally in tax revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's tax revenue is projected to reach 18.32% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tax revenue of Poland in 2025 was 18.32%. This ranks 52nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_tax-revenue,
title = {Poland Tax Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/tax-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}