Germany - per Capita Debt Rises to Almost 32,000 Euros
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The debt of the German state has risen to a record level mainly because of higher defence spending.
In comparison with the end of 2024, Germany ' s public debt increased by 6 per cent, or 151.4 billion euros.
With federal, state and local authorities – debt is rising everywhere. It now stands at a total of 2,662.2 billion euros. This corresponds to a per capita debt of almost 32,000 euros.
Public debt in Germany reached a new peak at the end of 2025. Compared to the previous year, it grew by 151.4 billion euros. There are differences between the federal states: in three, per capita debt declines.
The German debt mountain is growing and the per capita burden is close to 32,000 euros. Compared to the previous year, the German government debt is significantly higher. However, there are large differences between the federal states.
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