State Tax Collections: T53 Severance Taxes for the United States
QTAXT53QTAXCAT3USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,872.00
Year-over-Year Change
-18.79%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The 'State Tax Collections: T53 Severance Taxes for the United States' series measures revenue collected by U.S. state governments from taxes on the extraction or harvesting of natural resources, such as oil, gas, coal, and minerals.
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
Severance taxes are an important source of revenue for many resource-rich states, helping to fund public services and infrastructure. This data series provides insights into state-level trends in this key economic indicator.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of state government tax revenue.
Historical Context
Severance tax collections are closely watched by policymakers, investors, and analysts to assess the fiscal health and economic development of resource-dependent states.
Key Facts
- Severance taxes account for over 15% of total tax revenue in some U.S. states.
- Revenues from severance taxes can be volatile, tracking global commodity price fluctuations.
- The top 3 states by severance tax collections are Texas, Alaska, and Wyoming.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the revenue collected by U.S. state governments from taxes on the extraction or harvesting of natural resources, such as oil, gas, coal, and minerals.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Severance tax collections are an important indicator of the fiscal health and economic development of resource-dependent states, providing insights for policymakers, investors, and analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of state government tax revenue.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Severance tax collections are closely watched by policymakers to assess the fiscal position of resource-rich states and inform decisions around public spending, taxation, and economic diversification.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a typical 3-month lag, and may be subject to revisions as state-level tax collection information is finalized.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, State Tax Collections: T53 Severance Taxes for the United States (QTAXT53QTAXCAT3USNO), retrieved from FRED.