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Solomon Islands Government Spending

Government expenditure as % of GDP  GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS

31.56% +2.67% (+9.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #51 Global Peak 31.91% (2020) Source World Bank

Solomon Islands Government Spending (2011–2025)

Overview

Solomon Islands's government spending stood at 31.56% in 2025, a rise of +2.67% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 31.56% by 2025. Solomon Islands ranked 51st globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Spending YoY change Rank
2025* trend 31.56% - -
2025 31.56% +2.67% #51
2022 28.89% −1.49% #56
2021 30.38% −1.53% #68
2020 31.91% +2.93% #74
2019 28.98% +1.41% #84
2018 27.58% −2.66% #80
2017 30.23% +0.49% #95
2016 29.75% −0.93% #94
2015 30.67% +0.51% #98
2014 30.16% −0.34% #92
2013 30.50% +5.21% #85
2012 25.29% +0.29% #68
2011 25.00% #64
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +21.0% GDP growth 2.5% C/A balance 2.2%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Solomon Islands matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Solomon Islands's government spending?

Solomon Islands's government spending was 31.56% in 2025. Ranked 51st globally. This represents a 9.2% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government spending in Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands's government spending peaked at 31.91% in 2020.

What was the lowest government spending in Solomon Islands?

The lowest government spending in Solomon Islands was 25.00% in 2011.

How does Solomon Islands rank in government spending?

Solomon Islands ranks 51st globally in government spending as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government spending?

The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected government spending of Solomon Islands in 2025?

Solomon Islands's government spending is projected to reach 31.56% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government spending of Solomon Islands in 2025?

The government spending of Solomon Islands in 2025 was 31.56%. This ranks 51st in the world.

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