Georgia Net Tax Collections Rise 3.5% in August, Led by Income and Sales Taxes
August collections approached $2.50 billion, up $85.4 million from a year earlier, while corporate income tax receipts fell by more than half.
Georgia's net tax collections for August approached $2.50 billion, an increase of $85.4 million, or 3.5%, from August 2025, according to figures released by Gov. Brian Kemp's office.
What Drove the Gain
- Individual income tax: collections approached $1.20 billion, up $40 million (3.5%).
- Net sales and use tax: up $44.6 million (5.4%).
- Local governments: the adjusted sales tax distribution totaled $911.9 million, up $81.9 million (9.9%).
A Weak Spot
Corporate income tax collections totaled $18.4 million in August, a decrease of $21.4 million, or 53.8%, from a year earlier.
Source: Governor's Office monthly net tax revenue release, via Capitol Beat.
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