New Zealand Military Expenditure
1.2%▼ −0.0%
Dec 2024 · Annual
Military Expenditure in New Zealand fell to 1.2% in Dec 2024 from 1.2% in Dec 2023.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.0%Dec 1980 | 1.0%Dec 2015 | 1960 – 2024 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Debt to GDP | 54.7% | 51.4% | 68.5% | 16.3% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Military Expenditure (USD) | $3.0B | $3.0B | $3.0B | $96.3M | Dec 2024 | Annual |
About this series
Military Expenditure in New Zealand averaged 1.4% from 1960 until 2024, reaching an all-time high of 3.0% in Dec 1980 and a record low of 1.0% in Dec 2015. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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