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China GDP per Capita PPP

GDP per capita based on PPP  NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD

$29,191 +$2,086 (+7.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #78 Global Peak $29,191 (2025) Source World Bank

China GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

China's gdp per capita ppp stood at $29,191 in 2025, a rise of +$2,086 from 2024. The IMF projects $29,191 by 2025. China ranked 78th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $38,986 - -
2029* IMF $36,914 - -
2028* IMF $34,889 - -
2027* IMF $32,939 - -
2026* IMF $31,023 - -
2025* IMF $29,191 - -
2025 $29,191 +$2,086 #78
2024 $27,105 +$1,916 #82
2023 $25,179 +$2,163 #85
2022 $23,032 +$2,205 #86
2021 $20,843 +$2,459 #84
2020 $18,267 +$681 #85
2019 $17,601 +$1,376 #91
2018 $16,298 +$1,359 #93
2017 $15,022 +$1,215 #96
2016 $14,157 +$1,264 #97
2015 $13,463 +$1,467 #99
2014 $12,942 +$1,899 #102
2013 $12,228 +$2,094 #102
2012 $11,420 +$2,126 #102
2011 $10,457 +$2,086 #107
Show all years (1980-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +14.5% GDP growth 7.8% C/A balance 1.5%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is China's gdp per capita ppp?

China's gdp per capita ppp was $29,191 in 2025. Ranked 78th globally. This represents a 7.7% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in China?

China's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $29,191 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in China?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in China was $275 in 1980.

How does China rank in gdp per capita ppp?

China ranks 78th globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp per capita ppp?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp per capita ppp of China in 2025?

China's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $29,191 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita ppp of China in 2025?

The gdp per capita ppp of China in 2025 was $29,191. This ranks 78th in the world.

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