State Tax Collections: T29 Other License Taxes for Texas

QTAXT29QTAXCAT3TXNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

38.00

Year-over-Year Change

52.00%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 1/1/2025

Summary

The 'State Tax Collections: T29 Other License Taxes for Texas' trend measures the revenue collected by the state of Texas from various license taxes, excluding major taxes like sales, income, or property taxes.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

This economic indicator provides insight into the health of Texas's state finances, as license tax revenues represent an important source of funding for government programs and services. Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the broader economic conditions within the state.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Government Tax Revenue.

Historical Context

This trend is used to inform state budget and fiscal policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • Texas collects the third-highest amount of state tax revenue in the U.S.
  • Other license taxes account for about 5% of total state tax revenue in Texas.
  • License tax collections in Texas have grown by over 20% in the past decade.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the revenue collected by the state of Texas from various license taxes, excluding major taxes like sales, income, or property taxes.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This indicator provides insight into the health of Texas's state finances, as license tax revenues represent an important source of funding for government programs and services.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Government Tax Revenue.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used to inform state budget and fiscal policy decisions in Texas.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released quarterly by the Census Bureau, so there may be a short delay in availability.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, State Tax Collections: T29 Other License Taxes for Texas (QTAXT29QTAXCAT3TXNO), retrieved from FRED.