Colombia GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Colombia's gdp per capita was $8,249 in 2025, ranked 95th globally. This represents a 4.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Colombia's gdp per capita stood at $8,249 in 2025, a rise of +$330 from 2024. The IMF projects $8,249 by 2025. Colombia ranked 95th globally.
Colombia's GDP per capita has experienced a significant increase since the 1960s, with the indicator rising from an all-time low of 258.30 to a peak of 8,279.10 in 2013. Although the country's GDP per capita has since declined to 8,249.22, it still ranks among the top 100 globally. This growth trajectory is comparable to that of Moldova, another country with a similar GDP per capita, which rose from a low of 1,444.10 in 1990 to 8,239.36 in 2025. The country's economic progress can be attributed to various factors, including structural reforms and a growing services sector. However, a decline in economic growth in recent years may impact Colombia's trajectory, with potential changes in trade policies, investment in human capital, or shifts in global commodity prices having the potential to alter the country's economic trajectory in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $10,104 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $9,712 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $9,319 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $8,961 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $8,644 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $8,249 | - | - |
| 2025 | $8,249 | +$330 | #95 |
| 2024 | $7,919 | +$904 | #101 |
| 2023 | $7,001 | +$313 | #109 |
| 2022 | $6,680 | +$449 | #113 |
| 2021 | $6,223 | +$859 | #113 |
| 2020 | $5,340 | −$1,200 | #118 |
| 2019 | $6,473 | −$451 | #113 |
| 2018 | $6,817 | +$240 | #109 |
| 2017 | $6,480 | +$442 | #108 |
| 2016 | $5,960 | −$377 | #108 |
| 2015 | $6,249 | −$2,064 | #105 |
| 2014 | $8,187 | −$222 | #98 |
| 2013 | $8,279 | +$42 | #95 |
| 2012 | $8,109 | +$590 | #97 |
| 2011 | $7,401 | +$902 | #101 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Colombia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2023. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The first headline indicates that if Colombia is participating in Latin America's trend toward greater energy efficiency, this could support its economic growth and potentially contribute to an increase in its $8,249 GDP per capita by reducing operational costs. However, the unresolved question of energy dependence suggests a potential vulnerability for sustained growth if Colombia remains exposed to energy market volatility. The second headline, focusing on Mexico's moderated growth due to global uncertainty and trade policies, describes challenges for a peer economy but does not provide direct information relating to Colombia's specific GDP per capita.
Frequently Asked Questions
Colombia's gdp per capita was $8,249 in 2025. Ranked 95th globally. This represents a 4.2% increase from the previous year.
Colombia's gdp per capita peaked at $8,279 in 2013.
The lowest gdp per capita in Colombia was $258 in 1960.
Colombia ranks 95th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Colombia's gdp per capita is projected to reach $8,249 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Colombia in 2025 was $8,249. This ranks 95th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_colombia_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Colombia GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/colombia/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}