Bulgaria GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Bulgaria's gni per capita was $16,828 in 2025, ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 9.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1982–2025.
Overview
Bulgaria's gni per capita stood at $16,828 in 2025, a rise of +$1,458 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $16,828 by 2025. Bulgaria ranked 73rd globally.
Bulgaria's Gross National Income (GNI) per capita has experienced significant growth over the past four decades, rising from 2,360.00 in 1982 to 16,828.00 in 2025, its highest recorded value. This represents a substantial increase of 612.8% over the 44-year period. Conversely, the country's GNI per capita reached its lowest point in 1993, at 1,030.00, due to the economic challenges stemming from the dissolution of Yugoslavia and subsequent transition to a market-based economy. Compared to its peers, Bulgaria's GNI per capita ranks 73rd globally, positioning it below countries like Chile (17,000.00) and Costa Rica (16,325.00). As of 2025, Bulgaria's GNI per capita remains below the average of its peer group. The continued growth of Bulgaria's economy, driven by investments in infrastructure and human capital, could facilitate further advancements in its GNI per capita, potentially pushing the country closer to the regional average.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $19,444 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $18,136 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $16,828 | - | - |
| 2025 | $16,828 | +$1,458 | #73 |
| 2024 | $15,370 | +$1,130 | #70 |
| 2023 | $14,240 | +$1,140 | #75 |
| 2022 | $13,100 | +$1,380 | #75 |
| 2021 | $11,720 | +$1,630 | #75 |
| 2020 | $10,090 | +$170 | #78 |
| 2019 | $9,920 | +$1,060 | #83 |
| 2018 | $8,860 | +$960 | #85 |
| 2017 | $7,900 | +$270 | #87 |
| 2016 | $7,630 | +$10 | #86 |
| 2015 | $7,620 | −$230 | #85 |
| 2014 | $7,850 | +$150 | #85 |
| 2013 | $7,700 | +$210 | #86 |
| 2012 | $7,490 | +$230 | #86 |
| 2011 | $7,260 | +$250 | #84 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bulgaria matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bulgaria's gni per capita was $16,828 in 2025. Ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 9.5% increase from the previous year.
Bulgaria's gni per capita peaked at $16,828 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Bulgaria was $1,030 in 1993.
Bulgaria ranks 73rd globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bulgaria's gni per capita is projected to reach $16,828 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Bulgaria in 2025 was $16,828. This ranks 73rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bulgaria_gni-per-capita,
title = {Bulgaria GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bulgaria/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}