Iceland Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Iceland's control of corruption was 1.51 in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Iceland's control of corruption stood at 1.51 in 2025, a decline of +0.04 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.51 by 2025. Iceland ranked 20th globally.
Iceland's control of corruption, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, exhibited a notable decline over the years, from its all-time peak of 2.33 in 2008 to a record low of 1.51 in 2025. This downward trend places Iceland at rank 20 globally, closely trailing Brunei Darussalam with a similar score of 1.52. Notably, the indicator has fluctuated little since its inception in 1996, with scores ranging from 1.73 to 2.33. In comparison, Japan, a peer country with a score of 1.48, also experienced a decline in its control of corruption. The steady decline in Iceland's control of corruption suggests a growing concern regarding the erosion of trust in its institutions. A reversal in this trend may depend on the government's commitment to addressing these issues and implementing measures to improve transparency and accountability.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.47 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.51 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.51 | −0.04 | #20 |
| 2023 | 1.55 | −0.02 | #18 |
| 2022 | 1.57 | −0.19 | #19 |
| 2021 | 1.76 | +0.09 | #11 |
| 2020 | 1.67 | −0.00 | #12 |
| 2019 | 1.67 | −0.13 | #17 |
| 2018 | 1.81 | +0.01 | #13 |
| 2017 | 1.79 | −0.11 | #13 |
| 2016 | 1.90 | +0.01 | #11 |
| 2015 | 1.90 | +0.07 | #10 |
| 2014 | 1.82 | −0.08 | #13 |
| 2013 | 1.90 | +0.03 | #10 |
| 2012 | 1.88 | −0.05 | #12 |
| 2011 | 1.93 | −0.00 | #12 |
| 2010 | 1.93 | −0.10 | #13 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iceland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2016. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Iceland's control of corruption was 1.51 in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from the previous year.
Iceland's control of corruption peaked at 2.33 in 2008.
The lowest control of corruption in Iceland was 1.51 in 2025.
Iceland ranks 20th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Iceland's control of corruption is projected to reach 1.51 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Iceland in 2025 was 1.51. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_iceland_control-of-corruption,
title = {Iceland Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iceland/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}