Burkina Faso GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Burkina Faso's gdp per capita was $1,115 in 2025, ranked 169th globally. This represents a 13.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Burkina Faso's gdp per capita stood at $1,115 in 2025, a rise of +$133 from 2024. The IMF projects $1,115 by 2025. Burkina Faso ranked 169th globally.
Burkina Faso's GDP per capita has experienced a significant increase over the past 66 years, from a low of 69.15 in 1960 to a peak of 1,115.02 in 2025, placing the country at rank 169 globally. This growth trajectory is comparable to that of its regional peers, with Togo ranking closely at 1,119.60 in 2025. Despite the progress made, Burkina Faso's economic development remains limited compared to other countries at similar income levels. The country's GDP per capita has more than doubled since the 1960s, indicating a moderate pace of growth. However, this growth has been uneven, with periods of rapid expansion often followed by slower growth. A sustained investment in human capital, infrastructure development, and diversification of the economy could potentially propel Burkina Faso's GDP per capita to a higher rank and support continued economic growth. A decline in global commodity prices, which are a significant contributor to the country's economy, could alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $1,490 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $1,424 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $1,365 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $1,309 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $1,246 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $1,115 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,115 | +$133 | #169 |
| 2024 | $982 | +$108 | #185 |
| 2023 | $873 | +$44 | #190 |
| 2022 | $827 | −$69 | #198 |
| 2021 | $896 | +$65 | #193 |
| 2020 | $825 | +$58 | #195 |
| 2019 | $765 | −$14 | #198 |
| 2018 | $777 | +$69 | #196 |
| 2017 | $709 | +$46 | #199 |
| 2016 | $664 | +$34 | #199 |
| 2015 | $630 | −$135 | #201 |
| 2014 | $765 | +$5 | #200 |
| 2013 | $760 | +$28 | #197 |
| 2012 | $731 | +$7 | #197 |
| 2011 | $725 | +$100 | #199 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burkina Faso matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso's gdp per capita was $1,115 in 2025. Ranked 169th globally. This represents a 13.5% increase from the previous year.
Burkina Faso's gdp per capita peaked at $1,115 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Burkina Faso was $69 in 1960.
Burkina Faso ranks 169th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burkina Faso's gdp per capita is projected to reach $1,115 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Burkina Faso in 2025 was $1,115. This ranks 169th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burkina-faso_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Burkina Faso GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burkina-faso/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}