Iran War Costing U.S. About $2B a Day

The war involving the United States and Iran is estimated to be costing American taxpayers roughly $2 billion per day, according to briefings from the United States Department of Defense.

One of the largest expenses comes from munitions. U.S. forces have reportedly fired more than 5,000 missiles, rockets, and drones since the fighting began, according to United States Central Command.

Some of the weapons used include Tomahawk cruise missile, which cost between $2 million and $3 million each, while THAAD interceptor systems used to stop ballistic missiles can cost about $13 million per interceptor. Military drones used in the campaign cost significantly less, with some estimated around $35,000.

The conflict has also included equipment losses. Three F-15 Eagle aircraft have reportedly been shot down, each valued at roughly $100 million, along with eleven MQ-9 Reaper drones costing about $30 million each.

Additional costs come from deploying and supporting roughly 50,000 U.S. troops and airmen in the region.

The war began on February 28, and after roughly 13 days of fighting, estimates suggest the total cost to American taxpayers has reached around $25 billion.