Peru Military Spending
Military expenditure as % of GDP MS.MIL.XPND.GD.ZS
Peru's military spending was 0.93% in 2025, ranked 116th globally. This represents a 2.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Peru's military spending stood at 0.93% in 2025, a rise of +0.02% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.93% by 2025. Peru ranked 116th globally.
Peru's military spending has exhibited a significant decline over the years, with the latest figure standing at 0.93% of its GDP, ranking 116 globally. This marked decrease is particularly evident when compared to its all-time peak of 8.21% in 1977, a year that saw Peru's military involvement in the country's tumultuous politics. Conversely, the current low is remarkably close to the all-time trough of 0.91% recorded in 2024. In comparison, Kenya's military spending stands at a similar 0.94% of its GDP, highlighting Peru's unique trajectory. The country's shift towards reducing military expenditure may be attributed to its efforts to consolidate democracy and redirect resources towards development and social welfare programs. However, a resurgence in regional security concerns or an escalation in domestic unrest could potentially alter the trajectory of Peru's military spending, necessitating a reappraisal of its defense priorities and budget allocations.
Data & projection
| Year | Military Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 0.78% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 0.85% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.93% | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.93% | +0.02% | #116 |
| 2024 | 0.91% | −0.33% | #31 |
| 2023 | 1.24% | +0.10% | #50 |
| 2022 | 1.14% | −0.03% | #44 |
| 2021 | 1.16% | −0.15% | #48 |
| 2020 | 1.32% | +0.11% | #54 |
| 2019 | 1.21% | +0.02% | #54 |
| 2018 | 1.19% | −0.08% | #57 |
| 2017 | 1.27% | −0.06% | #66 |
| 2016 | 1.32% | −0.42% | #69 |
| 2015 | 1.75% | +0.14% | #94 |
| 2014 | 1.60% | −0.04% | #89 |
| 2013 | 1.64% | +0.16% | #94 |
| 2012 | 1.48% | +0.11% | #82 |
| 2011 | 1.37% | −0.11% | #71 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Peru matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw military spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Peru's military spending was 0.93% in 2025. Ranked 116th globally. This represents a 2.2% increase from the previous year.
Peru's military spending peaked at 8.21% in 1977.
The lowest military spending in Peru was 0.91% in 2024.
Peru ranks 116th globally in military spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is MS.MIL.XPND.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Peru's military spending is projected to reach 0.93% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The military spending of Peru in 2025 was 0.93%. This ranks 116th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_peru_military-spending,
title = {Peru Military Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/peru/military-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}