United States US: Military Expenditure: % of GDP data was reported at 3.149 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3.222 % for 2016. United States US: Military Expenditure: % of GDP data is updated yearly, averaging 4.864 % from Sep 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 9.063 % in 1967 and a record low of 2.908 % in 1999. United States US: Military Expenditure: % of GDP data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Defense and Official Development Assistance. Military expenditures data from SIPRI are derived from the NATO definition, which includes all current and capital expenditures on the armed forces, including peacekeeping forces; defense ministries and other government agencies engaged in defense projects; paramilitary forces, if these are judged to be trained and equipped for military operations; and military space activities. Such expenditures include military and civil personnel, including retirement pensions of military personnel and social services for personnel; operation and maintenance; procurement; military research and development; and military aid (in the military expenditures of the donor country). Excluded are civil defense and current expenditures for previous military activities, such as for veterans' benefits, demobilization, conversion, and destruction of weapons. This definition cannot be applied for all countries, however, since that would require much more detailed information than is available about what is included in military budgets and off-budget military expenditure items. (For example, military budgets might or might not cover civil defense, reserves and auxiliary forces, police and paramilitary forces, dual-purpose forces such as military and civilian police, military grants in kind, pensions for military personnel, and social security contributions paid by one part of government to another.); ; Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Yearbook: Armaments, Disarmament and International Security.; Weighted average; Data for some countries are based on partial or uncertain data or rough estimates.

Content

Lists the military spending, GDP, and population estimate for the US each year from 1960 to 2020.

Acknowledgements

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Countries by Military Spending

How Much Do They Spend and What Does It Mean for Their Budgets?

By Makeover Monday [source]

About this dataset

This dataset contains data on military spending by country from the SIPRI Military Expenditure Database. The data covers military spending from 2020 and includes information on spending as a percentage of GDP and government spending, as well as per capita spending

How to use the dataset

Research Ideas

• Analyzing trends in global military spending over time
• Examining the relationship between a country's military spending and its GDP
• Comparing the military spending of different countries

Acknowledgements

Data Source

License

License: Dataset copyright by authors - You are free to: - Share - copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format for any purpose, even commercially. - Adapt - remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially. - You must: - Give appropriate credit - Provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. - ShareAlike - You must distribute your contributions under the same license as the original. - Keep intact - all notices that refer to this license, including copyright notices.

Columns

File: SIPRI Military Expenditure Database.csv | Column name | Description | |:-----------------------------------|:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Year | The year the data was collected. (Integer) | | Country | The country the data is about. (String) | | Spending (2020 USD) | The amount spent on the military in 2020, in US dollars. (Float) | | Percent of GDP | The percent of the country's GDP that was spent on the military in 2020. (Float) | | Percent of Government Spending | The percent of the country's government spending that was spent on the military in 2020. (Float) | | Spending per Capita | The amount spent on the military per person in 2020, in US dollars. (Float) |

Acknowledgements

If you use this dataset in your research, please credit Makeover Monday.

This dataset offers a detailed comparison of key global players like USA, Russia, China, India, Canada, Australia, and others across various economic, social, and environmental metrics. By comparing countries on indicators such as GDP, population, healthcare access, education levels, internet penetration, military spending, and much more, this dataset provides valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and analysts.

🔍 Key Comparisons:

Economic Indicators: GDP, inflation rates, unemployment rates, etc. Social Indicators: Literacy rates, healthcare quality, life expectancy, etc. Environmental Indicators: CO2 emissions, renewable energy usage, protected areas, etc. Technological Advancements: Internet users, mobile subscriptions, tech exports, etc. Military Spending: Defense budgets, military personnel numbers, etc. This dataset is perfect for those who want to compare countries in terms of development, growth, and global standing. It can be used for data analysis, policy planning, research, and even education.

✨ Key Features:

Comprehensive Coverage: Includes multiple countries with key metrics. Multiple Domains: Economic, social, environmental, technological, and military data. Up-to-date Information: Covers data from the last decade to provide recent insights. Research Ready: Suitable for academic research, visualizations, and analysis.

Military Expenditure in Cambodia increased to 720.50 USD Million in 2024 from 668 USD Million in 2023. Cambodia Military Expenditure - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

Multivector System Analysis of the Long-Term Viability of the Western Civilization Model (Dataset v2.0, 2024–2025)

This dataset (v2.0) refines and extends the independent systemic analysis of the long-term viability of the Western model of civilization (USA, EU, UK).
It integrates **structured indicators (D1–D14)** covering:

- Social structure (D1)
- Economy (D2)
- Politics (D3)
- Philosophy/ideology (D4)
- Education (D5)
- Science (D6)
- Ecology (D7)
- Ethics/empathy (D8)
- Media (D9)
- Military/defense (D10)
- Culture (D11)
- Family/children (D12)
- Demography (D13)
- Long-term civilizational resilience (D14)

What’s new in v2.0
- Updated **2024 quantitative references**:
- US GDP: **$27T**; US debt: **$34T+**
- US military spending: **$916B**
- Climate finance: **≈ $0.8T** vs fossil fuel subsidies: **$7.2T**
- Fertility rate: **1.5 (EU), 1.6 (US)** — below replacement (2.1)
- Share of 65+ population: **22% (EU), 30% (Japan)**
- Extended commentary on systemic risks.
- Structured **reference list** added.

### Aim
The dataset is intended as an **open resource** for scholars, policymakers, and civil society to evaluate the **systemic sustainability** of the Western model of civilization and to compare it with alternative models.

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**Version:** v2.0
**Date:** 2025-09-13
**License:** CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
**Author:** Independent Researcher – Maksym Marnov (Alchimist)
**ORCID:** 0009-0000-0832-9597

Pakistan's data extracted from the World Data Bank provides valuable insights into various factors that help deduce the country's Human Development Index (HDI) and economic situation. These indicators shed light on demographic trends, economic performance, and social development. Let's explore some key indicators and their implications for Pakistan's human development and economic status.

Urban population and Rural population: The distribution of the population between urban and rural areas indicates the level of urbanization and the development of infrastructure. A higher urban population might suggest better access to amenities and services in cities, while a larger rural population may indicate the importance of agriculture and the need for rural development.

Population and Population growth (annual %): The total population and its growth rate are crucial in assessing demographic trends and planning for the future. A high population growth rate can put strain on resources and social services, while a stable or declining growth rate allows for better management of development programs.

Gender-related indicators (Population, female, and Population, male (% of total population)): These indicators highlight gender imbalances in the population. A relatively equal distribution of male and female populations is crucial for gender equality and social development.

Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people), and Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births): Birth and infant mortality rates are essential indicators of healthcare and overall social development. Lower birth and infant mortality rates signify better healthcare facilities and improved living conditions.

GDP (current US$) and Inflation, GDP deflator (annual %): GDP represents the total economic output of a country and reflects its overall economic health. Inflation rates indicate the stability of prices and the impact on consumers' purchasing power.

GNI (current US$) and Gross national expenditure (current US$): GNI measures the total income earned by a country's residents, while gross national expenditure tracks the total spending on goods and services. These indicators help gauge the country's economic performance and fiscal health.

Total reserves (includes gold, current US$): Total reserves provide insight into a country's ability to meet its financial obligations and handle external economic shocks.

Services, value-added (current US$), Merchandise exports, and Merchandise imports (current US$): These indicators reflect the performance of the services and trade sectors, indicating the extent of economic diversification and international trade.

Military expenditure (current USD): Military expenditure is an essential factor in understanding a country's defense priorities and allocation of resources.

Adjusted savings: education expenditure (current US$) and Food production index (2014-2016 = 100): Investment in education is crucial for human development, while the food production index indicates a country's ability to meet its food needs and food security.

By analyzing these indicators collectively, policymakers, economists, and development experts can assess Pakistan's progress in human development and economic growth. Addressing challenges in healthcare, education, gender equality, and economic diversification can contribute to improving the Human Development Index and promoting sustainable economic development in Pakistan.