Free US Federal Deficit vs GDP Ratio from 2020 to 2025 Chart
The chart tracks the US federal deficit as a percentage of GDP between 2020 and 2025. The ratio spikes in 2020 due to emergency spending and economic downturns, reaching one of the highest levels in recent history. From 2021 onward, the deficit-to-GDP ratio gradually declines as revenues recover and spending stabilizes, though it remains elevated compared to pre-2020 norms. By 2025, the chart shows the federal deficit easing but still representing a significant share of GDP, highlighting ongoing fiscal pressures and the challenges of balancing government spending with economic growth.
