Bahrain GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Bahrain's gdp per capita was $29,253 in 2025, ranked 46th globally. This represents a 1.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Bahrain's gdp per capita stood at $29,253 in 2025, a decline of +$401 from 2024. The IMF projects $29,253 by 2025. Bahrain ranked 46th globally.
Bahrain's GDP per capita has experienced a remarkable growth trajectory over the past 56 years, with the country witnessing a substantial increase in its standard of living. Starting from a low of 1,741.82 in 1970, Bahrain's GDP per capita has risen to 29,252.83 as of 2025, ranking 46th globally. This upward trend is particularly evident in recent years, with the country reaching an all-time peak of 30,470.52 in 2022. Notably, Bahrain's GDP per capita surpasses that of the Slovak Republic, another high-income economy, with a value of 28,524.48. Kuwait, a fellow oil-rich nation, boasts the highest GDP per capita among Bahrain's peer countries at 30,805.16. Despite the economic resilience displayed by Bahrain, its GDP per capita is expected to slow down if the country's economy becomes increasingly reliant on a single industry, such as petroleum, which could hinder its long-term growth prospects.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $33,233 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $32,252 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $31,315 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $30,474 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $29,778 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $29,253 | - | - |
| 2025 | $29,253 | −$401 | #46 |
| 2024 | $29,654 | +$363 | #50 |
| 2023 | $29,290 | −$1,180 | #53 |
| 2022 | $30,471 | +$3,323 | #52 |
| 2021 | $27,148 | +$2,805 | #55 |
| 2020 | $24,343 | −$2,917 | #51 |
| 2019 | $27,260 | +$935 | #53 |
| 2018 | $26,324 | +$1,540 | #54 |
| 2017 | $24,785 | +$985 | #53 |
| 2016 | $23,800 | +$66 | #53 |
| 2015 | $23,734 | −$2,718 | #51 |
| 2014 | $26,452 | −$538 | #52 |
| 2013 | $26,990 | +$551 | #50 |
| 2012 | $26,439 | +$1,406 | #50 |
| 2011 | $25,033 | +$3,213 | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bahrain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bahrain's gdp per capita was $29,253 in 2025. Ranked 46th globally. This represents a 1.4% decrease from the previous year.
Bahrain's gdp per capita peaked at $30,471 in 2022.
The lowest gdp per capita in Bahrain was $1,742 in 1970.
Bahrain ranks 46th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bahrain's gdp per capita is projected to reach $29,253 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Bahrain in 2025 was $29,253. This ranks 46th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bahrain_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Bahrain GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bahrain/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}