The city's financial update shows a notable increase in revenue. Fiscal year 2025-26 is seeing higher sales tax totals, with a current year-to-date rise of 8.24% over budget expectations.

This growth is also reflected in comparison to the previous fiscal year, with a 3% increase in year-to-date sales tax revenue.

Further details on the city's sales tax revenue and budget are available from the City of Odessa news release, including specific figures for the August sales tax check and allocations to the city and the Odessa Development Corporation.