Costa Rica GDP per Capita PPP
GDP per capita based on PPP NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD
Costa Rica's gdp per capita ppp was $31,485 in 2025, ranked 71st globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Costa Rica's gdp per capita ppp stood at $31,485 in 2025, a rise of +$378 from 2024. The IMF projects $31,485 by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 71st globally.
Costa Rica’s GDP per capita measured in purchasing‑power‑parity terms has risen dramatically from a low of 4,142.03 in 1982 to an all‑time peak of 31,485.04 in 2025, ranking the country 71st globally. Over the 46‑year span, the indicator increased by more than sevenfold, reflecting sustained structural reforms, diversification of export markets and expanding eco‑tourism. The 2025 figure of 31,485.04 is comparable to peers such as Antigua and Barbuda (31,380.29) and Argentina (31,311.01), underscoring Costa Rica’s convergence toward middle‑income levels. The early 1980s trough coincided with regional debt crises, while the recent ascent aligns with higher education attainment and renewable‑energy investments that have boosted productivity. Continued progress will depend on maintaining fiscal discipline, enhancing technological adoption and mitigating climate‑related risks, which together could sustain the upward trajectory of per‑capita income in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita PPP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $38,986 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $37,303 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $35,730 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $34,259 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $32,831 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $31,485 | - | - |
| 2025 | $31,485 | +$378 | #71 |
| 2024 | $31,107 | +$2,857 | #77 |
| 2023 | $28,909 | +$2,750 | #80 |
| 2022 | $26,226 | +$2,645 | #80 |
| 2021 | $23,853 | +$2,159 | #77 |
| 2020 | $22,100 | −$891 | #75 |
| 2019 | $23,340 | +$2,118 | #78 |
| 2018 | $21,498 | +$1,218 | #79 |
| 2017 | $20,499 | +$1,149 | #78 |
| 2016 | $19,202 | +$586 | #78 |
| 2015 | $17,525 | −$486 | #84 |
| 2014 | $16,394 | −$919 | #86 |
| 2013 | $15,232 | −$1,590 | #90 |
| 2012 | $14,464 | −$1,488 | #91 |
| 2011 | $13,614 | −$1,549 | #94 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Costa Rica matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1995. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica's gdp per capita ppp was $31,485 in 2025. Ranked 71st globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Costa Rica's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $31,485 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Costa Rica was $4,142 in 1982.
Costa Rica ranks 71st globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Costa Rica's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $31,485 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita ppp of Costa Rica in 2025 was $31,485. This ranks 71st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_costa-rica_gdp-per-capita-ppp,
title = {Costa Rica GDP per Capita PPP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/costa-rica/gdp-per-capita-ppp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}