Branson sales tax up in May report

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 12:00 AM

The city of Branson saw a rebound in sales tax last month but a decline in the city’s tourism tax.

The city showed a 3.7% increase in sales tax for the month of May when compared to 2023. The total of $1,010,788 is the first time in the history of the tax the city has generated more than one million dollars in a month.

The increase comes after a 4% decrease in the tax in April 2024, the only monthly decrease in 2024, and the second time in the last two years the city saw a decline in April revenues.

Overall for the year, sales tax revenue for the city is up 6.5% at $5,804,661.

The full article is available at bransontrilakesnews.com.

(Story by Jason Wert, bransontrilakesnews.com)

WAYS TO LISTEN

Ways To Listen to KCAX Branson 4U

Download The App that Fits Your Lifestyle

Click the links below if you have an Apple or Android phone to download our app. This will let you listen to us no matter where you are. On the lake? No problem, In another country? No problem. If you use Alexa at home, just say "Alexa, Play Branson4u" no matter where you live.
Apple store
Download here if you have an Apple device, including iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
This will place our app directly on the desktop of your device, making it easy to
access with just a click. Plus, our app is compatible with Apple CarPlay, so you can
seamlessly use it in your car too!
Google Play
Download here if you have an Android device, including phone, tablet, or computer.
This will place our app directly on the home screen of your device, making it easy to
access with just a tap. Plus, our app is compatible with Android Auto, so you can seamlessly
use it in your car too!
Alexa
If you use Alexa at home, just say "Alexa, Play Branson4u" no matter where you live.
Download Alexa here!