Breaking down the military’s nearly $40 billion Iran war

Published Updated



The most recent government cost estimate for the war in Iran is roughly $38 billion, which is from the Congressional Budget Office, though the actual cost is already higher.

The CBO released its latest cost analysis on Tuesday in response to a request from Rep. Brandon Boyle (D-PA), the ranking member of the House Budget Committee, though the cutoff date for its estimate is Aug. 1, so the cost has continued to rise since then. The $38 billion estimate includes the costs of replacing expended munitions, equipment lost in battle, increased flying hours, and increased fuel costs, among others.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.