Croatia Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Croatia's government debt to gdp was 57.00% in 2025, ranked 86th globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1998–2025.
Overview
Croatia's government debt to gdp stood at 57.00% in 2025, a decline of +0.57% from 2024. The IMF projects 57.00% by 2025. Croatia ranked 86th globally.
Croatia's government debt to GDP ratio has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past 28 years, with the all-time peak occurring in 2020 at 86.47. This sharp increase was largely driven by the country's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which necessitated substantial fiscal outlays. Conversely, the all-time trough occurred in 1998 at 23.33, a period characterized by relative economic stability. As of 2025, Croatia's debt to GDP ratio stands at 56.99, ranking 86th globally. Notably, Lesotho's ratio closely mirrors Croatia's, standing at 57.05. The stark contrast between the peak and trough values underscores the country's vulnerability to economic shocks. A sustained recovery in economic growth, coupled with prudent fiscal management, would be necessary to stabilize Croatia's debt trajectory and potentially reduce its reliance on external financing.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 59.35% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 59.06% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 58.65% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 58.04% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 57.41% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 57.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 57.00% | −0.57% | #86 |
| 2024 | 57.56% | −4.27% | #102 |
| 2023 | 61.83% | −6.72% | #115 |
| 2022 | 68.54% | −9.66% | #126 |
| 2021 | 78.20% | −8.27% | #137 |
| 2020 | 86.47% | +15.59% | #146 |
| 2019 | 70.88% | −1.96% | #144 |
| 2018 | 72.85% | −3.32% | #148 |
| 2017 | 76.17% | −3.08% | #153 |
| 2016 | 79.26% | −3.51% | #155 |
| 2015 | 82.77% | −0.46% | #160 |
| 2014 | 83.22% | +3.74% | #163 |
| 2013 | 79.48% | +10.63% | #162 |
| 2012 | 68.85% | +5.72% | #156 |
| 2011 | 63.13% | +6.33% | #148 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Croatia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government debt to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Croatia's government debt to gdp was 57.00% in 2025. Ranked 86th globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from the previous year.
Croatia's government debt to gdp peaked at 86.47% in 2020.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Croatia was 23.33% in 1998.
Croatia ranks 86th globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Croatia's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 57.00% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Croatia in 2025 was 57.00%. This ranks 86th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Croatia Government Debt to GDP},
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publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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