Revenue
Flemish government revenue increased by 9.5% in 2022
The revenue of the Flemish government amounted to 52.6 billion euros in 2022. They therefore increased by 9.5% compared to 2021 (in current prices), after an increase of 10.8% in 2021. This concerns ESR revenue (open definition).
Revenue jumped in 2015 as a result of the 6th state reform. Between 2014 and 2015, revenue increased from 27 to 38 billion euros. Flanders has since received new allocations (allowances) from the federal level in the context of the new powers.
In addition, the 6th state reform granted regional surcharges to the regions. This is the part of the personal tax that is directly intended for the Flemish budget. Flanders determines these surcharges autonomously, as a percentage of the personal income tax for the benefit of the federal government.
Highest revenue per capita in large cities and coastal regions
The revenue of the municipal authorities and PCSW’s varied from 1,152 to 5,101 euros per capita in 2022. Revenue per capita are higher in the larger cities and coastal municipalities. In rural municipalities, revenue per capita are generally lower.
Sources
- Agency for Home Affairs:
- Department for Finance and Budget:
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