Germany: Security threats index

The latest value from 2024 is 2.6 index points, an increase from 2.3 index points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 4.87 index points, based on data from 176 countries. Historically, the average for Germany from 2007 to 2024 is 2.26 index points. The minimum value, 1.8 index points, was reached in 2016 while the maximum of 2.6 index points was recorded in 2020. See the global rankings or world map for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: The Security apparatus indicator considers the security threats to a state, such as bombings, attacks and battle-related deaths, rebel movements, mutinies, coups, or terrorism. The Security аpparatus also takes into account serious criminal factors, such as organized crime and homicides, and perceived trust of citizens in domestic security. The higher the value of the indicator, the more the threats in the state.