Mexico Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Mexico's control of corruption was -1.10 in 2025, ranked 169th globally. This represents a 7.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Mexico's control of corruption stood at -1.10 in 2025, a decline of +0.08 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.10 by 2025. Mexico ranked 169th globally.
Mexico’s score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators for Control of Corruption has slipped from a modest –0.51 in 1996 to an all‑time trough of –1.10 in 2025, placing the country at rank 169 globally. The indicator peaked at –0.07 in 2000, suggesting a brief period of relatively stronger anti‑corruption performance before a steady decline set in. Over the 26‑year coverage span, the downward trajectory has moved Mexico into a cluster with other low‑ranking nations; for example, Cameroon records –1.11 and Eswatini –1.06, indicating comparable governance challenges. The persistent erosion of control mechanisms may reflect institutional fatigue, limited enforcement capacity, and political patronage, factors that have intensified since the early 2000s. If reforms that enhance transparency, strengthen judicial independence and increase civil‑society oversight are implemented, the current negative trend could be halted and gradually reversed, improving Mexico’s standing in future assessments.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.13 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.10 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.10 | −0.08 | #169 |
| 2023 | -1.02 | −0.01 | #167 |
| 2022 | -1.01 | +0.01 | #167 |
| 2021 | -1.02 | −0.10 | #167 |
| 2020 | -0.92 | −0.00 | #163 |
| 2019 | -0.92 | +0.03 | #166 |
| 2018 | -0.95 | +0.00 | #169 |
| 2017 | -0.95 | −0.10 | #170 |
| 2016 | -0.85 | +0.04 | #162 |
| 2015 | -0.89 | −0.05 | #163 |
| 2014 | -0.84 | −0.25 | #156 |
| 2013 | -0.59 | −0.11 | #129 |
| 2012 | -0.48 | −0.01 | #123 |
| 2011 | -0.47 | −0.03 | #120 |
| 2010 | -0.44 | −0.07 | #119 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mexico matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1999. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mexico's control of corruption was -1.10 in 2025. Ranked 169th globally. This represents a 7.5% decrease from the previous year.
Mexico's control of corruption peaked at -0.07 in 2000.
The lowest control of corruption in Mexico was -1.10 in 2025.
Mexico ranks 169th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Mexico's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.10 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Mexico in 2025 was -1.10. This ranks 169th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mexico_control-of-corruption,
title = {Mexico Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mexico/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}