GITNUXREPORT 2025

Government Industry Statistics

Government sector accounts for 16% of U.S. employment, budgeting over $6 trillion annually.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The number of government data breaches increased by 20% in 2023 compared to the previous year

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Local government debt in the U.S. reached over $1.2 trillion in 2023

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The total amount of government bonds issued worldwide in 2022 was over $4 trillion

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In 2023, the global government debt to GDP ratio averaged 84%

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As of 2023, government employment accounts for approximately 16% of total U.S. employment

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The U.S. federal government employs about 2.2 million civilians

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Over 27,000 government agencies operate within the U.S.

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The total number of public sector employees in Canada was approximately 2 million in 2022

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The U.S. government owns and manages over 650,000 vehicles in its fleet

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The percentage of government employees working remotely increased to 45% during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains high

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Around 55% of government agencies worldwide utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

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Government employment in China reached approximately 50 million workers in 2022

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72% of government employees globally prefer flexible working arrangements

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Over 25% of government workers in Europe operate remotely as of 2023

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Approximately 70% of governments worldwide have implemented or are planning to implement e-government services

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Over 60% of governments worldwide have adopted cloud computing for their public services

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As of 2022, 78% of Americans approved of their local governments' handling of COVID-19 response

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More than 80% of governments worldwide are involved in some form of open data initiative

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In 2023, the U.S. government issued over 15,000 new regulations

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Over 50% of government agencies globally use some form of artificial intelligence in their operations

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The number of government authorized drone operations increased by 35% in 2023

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In 2022, budget allocations for climate change initiatives by governments worldwide reached approximately $50 billion

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As of 2023, 65% of government services in the U.S. are accessible online

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The United Nations reports that over 70% of governments worldwide use social media for public communication as of 2023

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The number of indigenous governments recognized worldwide is over 15,000

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Over 60% of governments utilize biometric identification systems for public safety and services

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The number of government-sponsored scholarships and fellowships globally was over 1.2 million in 2022

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In 2022, government investments in digital security training programs reached approximately $1 billion globally

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The top five countries with the highest government transparency scores in 2023 include New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Switzerland

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The total number of public-private partnerships in government projects worldwide exceeded 20,000 by 2023

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U.S. government plastic waste from official operations was approximately 100 million pounds annually as of 2022

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The percentage of government websites providing mobile-friendly interfaces increased to 85% in 2023

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Nearly 90% of governments have adopted some form of digital identity verification

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The total number of official government social media accounts worldwide exceeded 3 million in 2023

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The number of government-funded tech startups increased by 20% in 2023

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Over 50% of government data centers globally are now powered by renewable energy sources

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In 2023, the number of government-sponsored civic technology initiatives surpassed 1,500 worldwide

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The number of countries with national open data policies increased to over 125 by 2023

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The proportion of government funds allocated to digital transformation initiatives in developed countries increased to 30% in 2023

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The annual number of government mergers and reorganizations in the U.S. was approximately 200 in 2022

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The number of indigenous government-led initiatives to preserve languages increased by 15% in 2023

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The total number of government policies on climate change across countries was over 4,000 by 2023

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In 2022, there were over 90,000 government-owned buildings across the United States

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The global government technology market is projected to reach $522 billion by 2028

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In 2023, about 87% of U.S. government procurement was allocated through federal contracting

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The annual government procurement market in Australia is valued at over AUD 200 billion

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The total number of government websites worldwide exceeds 2 million

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The global market for government fleet management services is projected to reach $15 billion by 2025

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The global government cloud computing market is projected to reach $109 billion by 2027

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The global market for government information management systems is expected to reach $85 billion by 2026

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The total value of government contracts awarded to small and medium enterprises in the U.S. was over $200 billion in 2022

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The percentage of government procurement processes using digital platforms increased to 90% in 2023

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The global market for government health IT solutions is projected to reach $45 billion by 2025

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The U.S. federal government spends over $6 trillion annually

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Federal government expenditures on defense totaled approximately $767 billion in 2022

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As of 2023, over 80% of U.S. citizens receive some form of government assistance

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Government cybersecurity budgets increased by 12% in 2023 to counter rising cyber threats

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The U.S. government allocates roughly 15% of its budget to social security programs

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The global e-government market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2028

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As of 2022, government IT spending accounted for approximately 16% of total government budgets worldwide

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The U.S. government generated approximately $4.7 trillion in revenue in 2022

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The U.K. government committed £100 billion to infrastructure projects from 2021 to 2024

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The Indian government invested approximately $11 billion in digital infrastructure in 2023

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US federal government spending on healthcare exceeded $1.8 trillion in 2022

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The total value of government grants awarded in the U.S. was over $600 billion in 2022

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Approximately 40% of government spending in the European Union goes to social protection programs

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The total number of government-sponsored research projects reached over 300,000 globally in 2022

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The proportion of government spending on infrastructure in China was about 20% of total expenditure in 2022

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In 2022, global government investments in renewable energy reached over $60 billion

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In 2023, the United States allocated over $90 billion for national security-related intelligence activities

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The global expenditure on urban infrastructure by governments was approximately $2 trillion in 2022

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About 40% of global government projects are funded through international development assistance

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The proportion of government IT budgets allocated to cybersecurity in Europe increased to 25% in 2023

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The United States' investment in public transportation infrastructure was over $100 billion in 2022

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The proportion of government expenditure dedicated to education in OECD countries averaged 11% in 2022

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Over 65% of governments worldwide use some form of open data portals for transparency

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The global government health expenditure per capita was approximately $1,200 in 2022

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The U.S. government allocated $1.4 billion for cybercrime law enforcement and prevention in 2022

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The total value of international government aid and development assistance reached over $150 billion in 2022

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The total worldwide government spending on public safety and law enforcement was about $300 billion in 2022

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Key Highlights

As of 2023, government employment accounts for approximately 16% of total U.S. employment
The U.S. federal government spends over $6 trillion annually
In 2022, there were over 90,000 government-owned buildings across the United States
Federal government expenditures on defense totaled approximately $767 billion in 2022
Local government debt in the U.S. reached over $1.2 trillion in 2023
As of 2023, over 80% of U.S. citizens receive some form of government assistance
The global government technology market is projected to reach $522 billion by 2028
Approximately 70% of governments worldwide have implemented or are planning to implement e-government services
Government cybersecurity budgets increased by 12% in 2023 to counter rising cyber threats
The U.S. federal government employs about 2.2 million civilians
Over 27,000 government agencies operate within the U.S.
The U.S. government allocates roughly 15% of its budget to social security programs
The global e-government market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2028

The government industry is a colossal force shaping every aspect of our lives, from a staggering $6 trillion in annual U.S. federal spending to the rapid digital transformation embraced by over 70% of governments worldwide, highlighting its pivotal role in economic, technological, and societal development.

Government Data Breaches and Security

The number of government data breaches increased by 20% in 2023 compared to the previous year

Government Data Breaches and Security Interpretation

The 20% surge in government data breaches in 2023 serves as a stark reminder that even the most secure vaults are not immune to evolving cyber threats, urging a reevaluation of our digital defenses.

Government Debt and Financial Metrics

Local government debt in the U.S. reached over $1.2 trillion in 2023
The total amount of government bonds issued worldwide in 2022 was over $4 trillion
In 2023, the global government debt to GDP ratio averaged 84%

Government Debt and Financial Metrics Interpretation

With over $1.2 trillion in local U.S. government debt this year amid global bonds exceeding $4 trillion and an average debt-to-GDP ratio of 84%, it’s clear that governments worldwide are juggling their fiscal acts on a tightrope stretched precariously across the economy.

Government Employment and Workforce

As of 2023, government employment accounts for approximately 16% of total U.S. employment
The U.S. federal government employs about 2.2 million civilians
Over 27,000 government agencies operate within the U.S.
The total number of public sector employees in Canada was approximately 2 million in 2022
The U.S. government owns and manages over 650,000 vehicles in its fleet
The percentage of government employees working remotely increased to 45% during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains high
Around 55% of government agencies worldwide utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Government employment in China reached approximately 50 million workers in 2022
72% of government employees globally prefer flexible working arrangements
Over 25% of government workers in Europe operate remotely as of 2023

Government Employment and Workforce Interpretation

With nearly one in six U.S. workers holding a government job—bolstered by over 27,000 agencies, a sprawling vehicle fleet, and a global shift towards flexible work—public sector employment demonstrates both its vast scale and evolving adaptability in a world increasingly defined by digital and remote operations.

Government Policies and Initiatives

Approximately 70% of governments worldwide have implemented or are planning to implement e-government services
Over 60% of governments worldwide have adopted cloud computing for their public services
As of 2022, 78% of Americans approved of their local governments' handling of COVID-19 response
More than 80% of governments worldwide are involved in some form of open data initiative
In 2023, the U.S. government issued over 15,000 new regulations
Over 50% of government agencies globally use some form of artificial intelligence in their operations
The number of government authorized drone operations increased by 35% in 2023
In 2022, budget allocations for climate change initiatives by governments worldwide reached approximately $50 billion
As of 2023, 65% of government services in the U.S. are accessible online
The United Nations reports that over 70% of governments worldwide use social media for public communication as of 2023
The number of indigenous governments recognized worldwide is over 15,000
Over 60% of governments utilize biometric identification systems for public safety and services
The number of government-sponsored scholarships and fellowships globally was over 1.2 million in 2022
In 2022, government investments in digital security training programs reached approximately $1 billion globally
The top five countries with the highest government transparency scores in 2023 include New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Switzerland
The total number of public-private partnerships in government projects worldwide exceeded 20,000 by 2023
U.S. government plastic waste from official operations was approximately 100 million pounds annually as of 2022
The percentage of government websites providing mobile-friendly interfaces increased to 85% in 2023
Nearly 90% of governments have adopted some form of digital identity verification
The total number of official government social media accounts worldwide exceeded 3 million in 2023
The number of government-funded tech startups increased by 20% in 2023
Over 50% of government data centers globally are now powered by renewable energy sources
In 2023, the number of government-sponsored civic technology initiatives surpassed 1,500 worldwide
The number of countries with national open data policies increased to over 125 by 2023
The proportion of government funds allocated to digital transformation initiatives in developed countries increased to 30% in 2023
The annual number of government mergers and reorganizations in the U.S. was approximately 200 in 2022
The number of indigenous government-led initiatives to preserve languages increased by 15% in 2023
The total number of government policies on climate change across countries was over 4,000 by 2023

Government Policies and Initiatives Interpretation

As governments worldwide sprint toward digital transformation—embracing cloud, AI, open data, and social media—it's clear that while 70% are upgrading their e-services and 90% verify digital identities, they're also navigating an increasingly complex maze of regulations, climate commitments, and environmental footprints, illustrating a paradoxical blend of technological progress and persistent governance challenges.

Government Procurement and Market

In 2022, there were over 90,000 government-owned buildings across the United States
The global government technology market is projected to reach $522 billion by 2028
In 2023, about 87% of U.S. government procurement was allocated through federal contracting
The annual government procurement market in Australia is valued at over AUD 200 billion
The total number of government websites worldwide exceeds 2 million
The global market for government fleet management services is projected to reach $15 billion by 2025
The global government cloud computing market is projected to reach $109 billion by 2027
The global market for government information management systems is expected to reach $85 billion by 2026
The total value of government contracts awarded to small and medium enterprises in the U.S. was over $200 billion in 2022
The percentage of government procurement processes using digital platforms increased to 90% in 2023
The global market for government health IT solutions is projected to reach $45 billion by 2025

Government Procurement and Market Interpretation

As governments worldwide increasingly digitize and modernize—spending over half a trillion dollars on technology and managing millions of websites and vehicles—they're proving that in the realm of public service, innovation isn't just desirable; it's an essential investment.

Government Spending and Budgeting

The U.S. federal government spends over $6 trillion annually
Federal government expenditures on defense totaled approximately $767 billion in 2022
As of 2023, over 80% of U.S. citizens receive some form of government assistance
Government cybersecurity budgets increased by 12% in 2023 to counter rising cyber threats
The U.S. government allocates roughly 15% of its budget to social security programs
The global e-government market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2023 to 2028
As of 2022, government IT spending accounted for approximately 16% of total government budgets worldwide
The U.S. government generated approximately $4.7 trillion in revenue in 2022
The U.K. government committed £100 billion to infrastructure projects from 2021 to 2024
The Indian government invested approximately $11 billion in digital infrastructure in 2023
US federal government spending on healthcare exceeded $1.8 trillion in 2022
The total value of government grants awarded in the U.S. was over $600 billion in 2022
Approximately 40% of government spending in the European Union goes to social protection programs
The total number of government-sponsored research projects reached over 300,000 globally in 2022
The proportion of government spending on infrastructure in China was about 20% of total expenditure in 2022
In 2022, global government investments in renewable energy reached over $60 billion
In 2023, the United States allocated over $90 billion for national security-related intelligence activities
The global expenditure on urban infrastructure by governments was approximately $2 trillion in 2022
About 40% of global government projects are funded through international development assistance
The proportion of government IT budgets allocated to cybersecurity in Europe increased to 25% in 2023
The United States' investment in public transportation infrastructure was over $100 billion in 2022
The proportion of government expenditure dedicated to education in OECD countries averaged 11% in 2022
Over 65% of governments worldwide use some form of open data portals for transparency
The global government health expenditure per capita was approximately $1,200 in 2022
The U.S. government allocated $1.4 billion for cybercrime law enforcement and prevention in 2022
The total value of international government aid and development assistance reached over $150 billion in 2022
The total worldwide government spending on public safety and law enforcement was about $300 billion in 2022

Government Spending and Budgeting Interpretation

Amid over $6 trillion in annual expenditure, a growing 12% cybersecurity budget boost, and billions poured into infrastructure, healthcare, and social programs, the U.S. government exemplifies a colossal balancing act—spending billions to secure, sustain, and innovate while trying to justify the vast scope and worth of its sprawling endeavors on a global stage.