Mexico Government Spending
Government expenditure as % of GDP GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS
Mexico's government spending was 23.75% in 2025, ranked 75th globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1972–2025.
Overview
Mexico's government spending stood at 23.75% in 2025, a rise of +1.34% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 23.75% by 2025. Mexico ranked 75th globally.
Mexico’s government spending as a share of GDP has risen markedly over the 45‑year span from 10.09 % in 1972, the all‑time trough, to 23.75 % in 2025, placing the country 75th globally. The upward trajectory accelerated after the 1987 peak of 27.33 %, from which spending receded before resuming its long‑term climb. Compared with peers of similar rank, Mexico’s 2025 level is slightly below Georgia’s 25.22 % and just above Kyrgyz Republic’s 23.60 %, illustrating a moderate but persistent expansion relative to comparable economies. The post‑peak decline was followed by a steady increase driven by higher social transfers, infrastructure projects, and pandemic‑related fiscal stimulus, which together lifted the fiscal envelope to its current level. If fiscal discipline is maintained and revenue reforms broaden the tax base, the upward trend is likely to continue modestly; however, a significant contraction could emerge should external shocks or debt sustainability concerns force a re‑balancing of expenditures.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 24.33% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 23.75% | - | - |
| 2025 | 23.75% | +1.34% | #75 |
| 2023 | 22.41% | +0.10% | #30 |
| 2022 | 22.31% | +1.41% | #34 |
| 2021 | 20.89% | −0.81% | #38 |
| 2020 | 21.70% | +1.89% | #39 |
| 2019 | 19.81% | −0.06% | #45 |
| 2018 | 19.87% | +0.00% | #48 |
| 2017 | 19.87% | −0.46% | #52 |
| 2016 | 20.33% | −0.54% | #51 |
| 2015 | 20.87% | −0.13% | #53 |
| 2014 | 21.00% | +0.31% | #51 |
| 2013 | 20.69% | −0.24% | #47 |
| 2012 | 20.93% | +0.06% | #50 |
| 2011 | 20.87% | +0.39% | #46 |
| 2010 | 20.48% | −0.10% | #46 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mexico matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1999. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mexico's government spending was 23.75% in 2025. Ranked 75th globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from the previous year.
Mexico's government spending peaked at 27.33% in 1987.
The lowest government spending in Mexico was 10.09% in 1972.
Mexico ranks 75th globally in government spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mexico's government spending is projected to reach 23.75% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government spending of Mexico in 2025 was 23.75%. This ranks 75th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mexico_government-spending,
title = {Mexico Government Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mexico/government-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}