Belgium GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Belgium's gdp per capita was $60,418 in 2025, ranked 17th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Belgium's gdp per capita stood at $60,418 in 2025, a rise of +$3,803 from 2024. The IMF projects $60,418 by 2025. Belgium ranked 17th globally.
Belgium’s GDP per capita has risen dramatically from US$1,290.29 in 1960 to US$60,417.88 in 2025, placing the country 17th in the world according to World Bank data. The 66‑year trajectory reflects sustained post‑war industrialisation, integration into the European single market and a shift toward high‑value services, resulting in an all‑time peak that matches the latest figure of US$60,417.88. This level is marginally below Austria’s US$61,694.03 and Sweden’s US$62,036.06, yet exceeds Israel’s US$60,008.97, underscoring Belgium’s competitive position among advanced economies. The early trough of US$1,290.29 illustrates the modest per‑capita output of a largely agrarian economy, while the steep rise after the 1970s mirrors broader European growth patterns. Continued investment in digital infrastructure and green technologies could sustain the upward trend, though demographic ageing or global trade disruptions might temper future gains.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $70,370 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $68,506 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $66,859 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $65,275 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $63,896 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $60,418 | - | - |
| 2025 | $60,418 | +$3,803 | #17 |
| 2024 | $56,615 | +$1,701 | #20 |
| 2023 | $55,291 | +$4,155 | #22 |
| 2022 | $50,606 | −$1,227 | #26 |
| 2021 | $51,658 | +$5,724 | #27 |
| 2020 | $45,906 | −$952 | #25 |
| 2019 | $46,717 | −$911 | #26 |
| 2018 | $47,487 | +$3,376 | #27 |
| 2017 | $44,035 | +$2,117 | #28 |
| 2016 | $41,855 | +$822 | #29 |
| 2015 | $40,894 | −$7,236 | #30 |
| 2014 | $47,996 | +$940 | #28 |
| 2013 | $46,965 | +$1,936 | #29 |
| 2012 | $44,874 | −$3,042 | #30 |
| 2011 | $47,761 | +$3,300 | #28 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Belgium 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
Belgium's gdp per capita was $60,418 in 2025. Ranked 17th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from the previous year.
Belgium's gdp per capita peaked at $60,418 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Belgium was $1,290 in 1960.
Belgium ranks 17th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Belgium's gdp per capita is projected to reach $60,418 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Belgium in 2025 was $60,418. This ranks 17th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_belgium_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Belgium GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/belgium/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}