Serbia Government Spending
Government expenditure as % of GDP GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS
Serbia's government spending was 38.58% in 2025, ranked 26th globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2007–2025.
Overview
Serbia's government spending stood at 38.58% in 2025, a rise of +3.11% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 38.58% by 2025. Serbia ranked 26th globally.
Serbia's government spending has exhibited a notable increase over the past decade and a half, with the latest figure standing at 38.58% of GDP, ranking 26th globally. This represents a significant surge from the 2007 trough of 33.07%, marking a peak of 42.54% in 2020. The country's spending trajectory has been characterized by a steady rise, with the exception of a brief downturn in 2007. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Serbia's government spending is closest to that of Uruguay, which stands at 38.96%. Conversely, Serbia's spending is lower than that of Czechia, which ranks higher at 39.58%. The growth in government spending in Serbia may be attributed to various factors, including the country's efforts to recover from the economic crisis and invest in key sectors such as infrastructure and education. However, the trajectory of government spending may shift in response to changes in economic conditions, such as a decline in global demand or a reduction in fiscal stimulus.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 38.58% | - | - |
| 2025 | 38.58% | +3.11% | #26 |
| 2022 | 35.46% | −2.24% | #80 |
| 2021 | 37.70% | −4.84% | #100 |
| 2020 | 42.54% | +6.80% | #114 |
| 2019 | 35.74% | +0.55% | #114 |
| 2018 | 35.19% | −0.95% | #112 |
| 2017 | 36.14% | −1.65% | #118 |
| 2016 | 37.79% | −1.26% | #123 |
| 2015 | 39.05% | −1.86% | #126 |
| 2014 | 40.91% | +1.78% | #124 |
| 2013 | 39.13% | +3.70% | #110 |
| 2012 | 35.43% | +1.34% | #103 |
| 2011 | 34.08% | −1.04% | #92 |
| 2010 | 35.12% | +0.61% | #94 |
| 2009 | 34.51% | −0.03% | #82 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Serbia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2011. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Serbia's government spending was 38.58% in 2025. Ranked 26th globally. This represents a 8.8% increase from the previous year.
Serbia's government spending peaked at 42.54% in 2020.
The lowest government spending in Serbia was 33.07% in 2007.
Serbia ranks 26th globally in government spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Serbia's government spending is projected to reach 38.58% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government spending of Serbia in 2025 was 38.58%. This ranks 26th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_serbia_government-spending,
title = {Serbia Government Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/serbia/government-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}