Samoa Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Samoa's government debt to gdp was 20.90% in 2025, ranked 168th globally. This represents a 16.9% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1998–2025.
Overview
Samoa's government debt to gdp stood at 20.90% in 2025, a decline of +4.27% from 2024. The IMF projects 20.90% by 2025. Samoa ranked 168th globally.
Samoa's government debt to GDP ratio has undergone significant fluctuations over the past 28 years, with the all-time peak of 59.44% occurring in 1999 and a sharp decline to 20.90% in 2025. This represents a substantial improvement in the country's fiscal health, positioning it slightly above the Democratic Republic of Congo, which ranks 19th globally. The decrease from an initial 58.95% in 1998 to the current 20.90% indicates a more manageable debt burden, a trend also observed in peer countries like Tajikistan, which ranks 21st globally with a ratio of 21.97%. The decline in Samoa's debt-to-GDP ratio is a positive development, suggesting that the government has implemented effective fiscal policies to stabilize its finances. However, the country must continue to prioritize prudent budgeting and structural reforms to maintain this trajectory and mitigate potential external shocks, such as changes in global interest rates or trade policies.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 21.72% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 20.49% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 19.41% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 18.31% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 17.69% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 20.90% | - | - |
| 2025 | 20.90% | −4.27% | #168 |
| 2024 | 25.17% | −6.64% | #25 |
| 2023 | 31.81% | −9.16% | #33 |
| 2022 | 40.97% | −4.48% | #58 |
| 2021 | 45.45% | +2.26% | #57 |
| 2020 | 43.19% | −1.11% | #46 |
| 2019 | 44.29% | −5.11% | #83 |
| 2018 | 49.41% | +2.72% | #98 |
| 2017 | 46.68% | −2.31% | #90 |
| 2016 | 48.99% | −7.37% | #100 |
| 2015 | 56.37% | +1.49% | #125 |
| 2014 | 54.87% | +0.79% | #129 |
| 2013 | 54.08% | +3.15% | #131 |
| 2012 | 50.93% | +9.40% | #130 |
| 2011 | 41.53% | +1.25% | #110 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government debt to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Samoa's government debt to gdp was 20.90% in 2025. Ranked 168th globally. This represents a 16.9% decrease from the previous year.
Samoa's government debt to gdp peaked at 59.44% in 1999.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Samoa was 20.90% in 2025.
Samoa ranks 168th globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Samoa's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 20.90% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Samoa in 2025 was 20.90%. This ranks 168th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_government-debt-to-gdp,
title = {Samoa Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}