Albania Government Spending
Government expenditure as % of GDP GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS
Albania's government spending was 27.87% in 2025, ranked 67th globally. This represents a 9.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1995–2025.
Overview
Albania's government spending stood at 27.87% in 2025, a rise of +2.43% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 27.87% by 2025. Albania ranked 67th globally.
Albania's government spending has fluctuated over the years, with the latest figure standing at 27.87 in 2025, ranking 67th globally. The country's all-time peak was reached in 1998 at 29.41, while the lowest point was recorded in 1996 at 20.85. In comparison to its peers, Albania's government spending is closely aligned with that of Belarus, which also stands at 27.87, and is slightly lower than Costa Rica's 28.28. The earliest recorded figure in 1995 was 21.32, indicating a general upward trend over the 21-year coverage period. As the country continues to navigate its economic development, a shift in the trend would likely require significant changes in policy or external economic conditions, which could potentially alter the trajectory of government spending in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 28.62% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 27.87% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.87% | +2.43% | #67 |
| 2023 | 25.44% | −1.57% | #39 |
| 2022 | 27.00% | +2.60% | #48 |
| 2021 | 24.40% | −0.21% | #48 |
| 2020 | 24.60% | +1.73% | #47 |
| 2019 | 22.88% | −0.05% | #58 |
| 2018 | 22.93% | −0.51% | #64 |
| 2017 | 23.44% | −0.26% | #66 |
| 2016 | 23.70% | −0.57% | #63 |
| 2015 | 24.27% | +0.01% | #66 |
| 2014 | 24.26% | +0.14% | #64 |
| 2013 | 24.12% | +0.98% | #60 |
| 2012 | 23.15% | +0.28% | #59 |
| 2011 | 22.86% | +0.75% | #56 |
| 2004 | 22.11% | −0.04% | #52 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's government spending was 27.87% in 2025. Ranked 67th globally. This represents a 9.6% increase from the previous year.
Albania's government spending peaked at 29.41% in 1998.
The lowest government spending in Albania was 20.85% in 1996.
Albania ranks 67th globally in government spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's government spending is projected to reach 27.87% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government spending of Albania in 2025 was 27.87%. This ranks 67th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_government-spending,
title = {Albania Government Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/government-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}