Angola GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Angola's gdp per capita was $2,931 in 2025, ranked 140th globally. This represents a 9.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Angola's gdp per capita stood at $2,931 in 2025, a rise of +$265 from 2024. The IMF projects $2,931 by 2025. Angola ranked 140th globally.
Angola's GDP per capita has experienced significant fluctuations over the past four decades, showcasing the country's vulnerability to external economic shocks and internal instability. The all-time peak of $5,702.45 in 2012, following a period of rapid economic growth driven by oil production, marked a notable milestone in the country's economic development. However, this growth was short-lived, and the subsequent decline has left Angola's GDP per capita at $2,930.69 in 2025, ranking it #140 globally. In comparison, Nicaragua's GDP per capita stands at $2,952.67, slightly higher than Angola's. The country's GDP per capita has also been affected by the all-time trough of $334.97 in 1994, a year marked by civil war and economic devastation. The current trajectory suggests a gradual recovery, but sustained foreign investment and economic diversification efforts are necessary to propel Angola's economic growth forward, potentially altering the country's trajectory and competitiveness in the global economy.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $2,990 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $2,892 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $2,804 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $2,727 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $2,701 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $2,931 | - | - |
| 2025 | $2,931 | +$265 | #140 |
| 2024 | $2,666 | −$400 | #152 |
| 2023 | $2,916 | −$1,086 | #152 |
| 2022 | $3,682 | +$1,237 | #148 |
| 2021 | $2,304 | +$314 | #166 |
| 2020 | $1,759 | −$1,167 | #172 |
| 2019 | $2,494 | −$1,158 | #160 |
| 2018 | $2,860 | −$1,769 | #153 |
| 2017 | $2,791 | −$1,146 | #153 |
| 2016 | $2,052 | −$2,629 | #163 |
| 2015 | $3,642 | −$2,420 | #137 |
| 2014 | $5,650 | −$231 | #122 |
| 2013 | $5,689 | −$11 | #120 |
| 2012 | $5,702 | +$527 | #119 |
| 2011 | $5,184 | +$1,095 | #122 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's gdp per capita was $2,931 in 2025. Ranked 140th globally. This represents a 9.9% increase from the previous year.
Angola's gdp per capita peaked at $5,702 in 2012.
The lowest gdp per capita in Angola was $335 in 1994.
Angola ranks 140th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's gdp per capita is projected to reach $2,931 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Angola in 2025 was $2,931. This ranks 140th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Angola GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}