Top 10 Countries with the Most Number of U.S. Troops

Key Takeaways

 

  • Japan, South Korea, and Germany collectively host approximately 75% of all U.S. troops stationed abroad.
  • Japan leads with 53K U.S. troops, followed by Germany (35K) and South Korea (24K).
  • The Indo-Pacific (77K) edges out Europe (58K), while the Middle East (5K) holds minimal footholds in regional priorities.

The U.S. stations 112,000 troops in just three nations — Japan (53K), Germany (35K), and South Korea (24K) — making up 75% of its overseas military footprint. Beyond this core, Italy (12K) and the UK (10K) anchor secondary European hubs, while Bahrain (3K) and Turkey (2K) maintain Middle Eastern footholds. Spain (3K) and Belgium (1K) support NATO operations, and Cuba’s 600 troops reflect the enduring presence at Guantanamo Bay.

Source:

Defence manpower data center

Period:

2024
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