#USNationalDebt The current US national debt stands at approximately $36.21 trillion, according to the latest update on June 19, 2025. Here's a breakdown of the key figures¹:

- *Total US National Debt*: $36,214,707,136,233.83

- *Debt per person*: around $108,128

- *Debt-to-GDP ratio*: 120.8%, indicating a significant burden on the economy

- *Total GDP*: $29.98 trillion

The US national debt has been growing steadily over time, with notable increases during major events like wars, economic recessions and pandemic relief packages. The government accumulates debt primarily due to:

- *Deficit spending*: When annual expenses exceed revenues

- *Interest payments on existing debt*: Compounding over time

- *Major events*: Wars, economic recessions and pandemic relief packages

The US owes the majority of its debt to:

- *Domestic investors*: US citizens, banks and financial institutions through Treasury bonds

- *Foreign countries*: Notably, Japan and China, which hold significant US Treasury securities

- *Government trust funds*: Programs like Social Security invest in US government debt

To track the national debt in real-time, you can visit websites like US Debt Clock, Worldometer or USA Debt Clock.