Hungary Government Effectiveness
Government Effectiveness GE.EST
Hungary's government effectiveness was 0.43 in 2025, ranked 65th globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Hungary's government effectiveness stood at 0.43 in 2025, a rise of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.43 by 2025. Hungary ranked 65th globally.
Hungary's Government Effectiveness has experienced significant fluctuations over the 26-year period covered by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators. The country's highest score of 1.00 in 2000 reflects a peak in effective governance during that year. Conversely, the all-time low of 0.37 in 2023 indicates a substantial decline in government effectiveness over the past decade. Currently, Hungary ranks 65th globally with a score of 0.43, slightly above Fiji's 0.40. In comparison, Rwanda ranks 56th with a score of 0.46, demonstrating that some countries in similar regional contexts have maintained more effective governance. Hungary's trajectory suggests that the country has struggled to maintain a high level of government effectiveness, with its score trending downward over the past two decades. A potential shift in government policies or reforms aimed at improving transparency and accountability may alter this trajectory and enable Hungary to regain its position as a more effective governance leader.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Effectiveness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.42 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.43 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.43 | +0.06 | #65 |
| 2023 | 0.37 | −0.16 | #73 |
| 2022 | 0.53 | −0.06 | #60 |
| 2021 | 0.60 | +0.06 | #57 |
| 2020 | 0.54 | +0.09 | #58 |
| 2019 | 0.45 | +0.01 | #62 |
| 2018 | 0.44 | −0.04 | #62 |
| 2017 | 0.48 | +0.02 | #62 |
| 2016 | 0.46 | −0.05 | #61 |
| 2015 | 0.51 | −0.07 | #56 |
| 2014 | 0.58 | −0.10 | #53 |
| 2013 | 0.68 | +0.07 | #54 |
| 2012 | 0.61 | −0.04 | #58 |
| 2011 | 0.65 | +0.01 | #56 |
| 2010 | 0.64 | −0.02 | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's government effectiveness was 0.43 in 2025. Ranked 65th globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from the previous year.
Hungary's government effectiveness peaked at 1.00 in 2000.
The lowest government effectiveness in Hungary was 0.37 in 2023.
Hungary ranks 65th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Hungary's government effectiveness is projected to reach 0.43 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government effectiveness of Hungary in 2025 was 0.43. This ranks 65th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_government-effectiveness,
title = {Hungary Government Effectiveness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/government-effectiveness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}