Combined tax revenues in Iowa increased 3% in the first quarter of 2023 in comparison to the previous quarter, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
Overall, Iowa collected $3.2 billion in taxes during the first quarter of 2023, compared to $3.1 billion in the previous quarter.
The majority of the state’s tax revenue was collected through general sales and gross receipts taxes ($1.5 billion) and income taxes ($1.3 billion).
In addition to detailed tax revenue data from each state, the Quarterly Summary of State and Local Government Tax Revenue includes an estimate of state and local government tax revenue at a national level.
The Census Bureau cautions that it sets the tax classifications among the survey categories, and they may differ from the classifications set by the state governments.
| Type of Tax | Amount (millions) |
|---|---|
| Sales and Gross Receipts Taxes | $1,538 |
| Income Taxes | $1,329 |
| License Taxes | $311 |
| Other Taxes | $23 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
