Defense Spending per Capita by Country (Oceania)
Australia spends the most on defense per capita in Oceania — $1,331, ahead of New Zealand ($593) and Tonga ($98). All 5 countries ranked with the latest available data.
Top 5 Countries
| # | Country | Budget/Capita |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇦🇺 Australia | $1,331 |
| 2 | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | $593 |
| 3 | 🇹🇴 Tonga | $98 |
| 4 | 🇫🇯 Fiji | $92 |
| 5 | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea | $10 |
Statistic
About this Ranking
Defense spending per capita shows how much each citizen effectively contributes to national defense. Wealthy nations with small populations, such as Gulf states and Nordic countries, often rank highest on this metric. It reveals the individual burden of military spending and highlights nations that prioritize defense relative to their population size.
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