Burkina Faso GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Burkina Faso's gni per capita was $878 in 2025, ranked 186th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1962–2025.
Overview
Burkina Faso's gni per capita stood at $878 in 2025, a rise of +$28 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $878 by 2025. Burkina Faso ranked 186th globally.
Burkina Faso's GNI per Capita has exhibited a gradual increase over the past six decades, with the latest figure standing at 878.00. Since the country's all-time trough in 1966, when GNI per Capita was a mere 80.00, the economy has shown steady growth, albeit at a slow pace. The most recent peak in 2025 marks a notable milestone, yet the country still lags behind its West African counterparts, such as Chad with a GNI per Capita of 977.00 and Gambia with 941.00. Historically, the pace of growth has been uneven, with periods of relatively rapid expansion offset by periods of stagnation. Looking ahead, a sustained commitment to economic development and investment in human capital would be essential to accelerate growth and improve the standard of living for Burkina Faso's citizens.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $914 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $896 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $878 | - | - |
| 2025 | $878 | +$28 | #186 |
| 2024 | $850 | +$10 | #178 |
| 2023 | $840 | +$0 | #187 |
| 2022 | $840 | +$20 | #187 |
| 2021 | $820 | +$50 | #187 |
| 2020 | $770 | +$10 | #187 |
| 2019 | $760 | +$30 | #189 |
| 2018 | $730 | +$80 | #189 |
| 2017 | $650 | +$0 | #189 |
| 2016 | $650 | −$30 | #188 |
| 2015 | $680 | −$50 | #188 |
| 2014 | $730 | −$20 | #185 |
| 2013 | $750 | +$40 | #184 |
| 2012 | $710 | +$50 | #184 |
| 2011 | $660 | +$30 | #186 |
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 gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso's gni per capita was $878 in 2025. Ranked 186th globally. This represents a 3.3% increase from the previous year.
Burkina Faso's gni per capita peaked at $878 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Burkina Faso was $80 in 1962.
Burkina Faso ranks 186th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burkina Faso's gni per capita is projected to reach $878 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Burkina Faso in 2025 was $878. This ranks 186th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burkina-faso_gni-per-capita,
title = {Burkina Faso GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burkina-faso/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}