Sales Tax Collections Rise in Elk City and Nearby Areas

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The latest sales tax report for November 2024 provides insights into sales tax revenues across western Oklahoma cities, including percentage changes compared to November 2023.

Elk City

Elk City reported $1,294,700.49, an increase of $15,545.84 or 1.22% compared to $1,279,154.65 in 2024, signaling consistent growth.

Clinton

Clinton's revenue totaled $495,616.06, a 3.04% decrease from $492,445.83 in 2024.

Weatherford

Weatherford collected $1,112,206.52, a decline of $24,697.40 or 2.17% compared to $1,136,903.92, showing a slight contraction in revenue.

Altus

Altus recorded $1,119,991.17, down $7,552.29 or 0.67% from $1,127,543.46, indicating a stable but slightly slower economic activity.

Woodward

Woodward's collections fell to $1,149,252.14, a 7.83% decrease from $1,246,911.04 in January 2024, reflecting a notable dip in local activity.

Sayre

Sayre reported $136,924.83, a modest increase of $460.10 or 0.34% from $136,464.73, showing consistent consumer spending.

Mangum

Mangum's revenue rose to $52,843.91, up $6,434.36 or 13.86% from $46,409.55, reflecting strong economic growth.

Cordell

Cordell collected $89,837.86, an increase of $5,425.49 or 6.43% compared to $84,412.37, showing robust consumer activity.

State of Oklahoma

Oklahoma collected $243,047,025.78 statewide in January 2025, a 1.87% increase from $238,577,758.15 in January 2024, reflecting healthy consumer activity.

Summary

While Elk City, Sayre, Mangum, and Cordell posted increases, cities like Clinton and Weatherford saw slight declines. The overall statewide growth of 1.87% underscores Oklahoma's resilience and steady economic performance.

 
 

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