Hong Kong SAR, China GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Hong Kong SAR, China's gdp per capita was $56,844 in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Hong Kong SAR, China's gdp per capita stood at $56,844 in 2025, a rise of +$2,769 from 2024. The IMF projects $56,844 by 2025. Hong Kong SAR, China ranked 20th globally.
Hong Kong’s GDP per capita has risen from a trough of 426.77 in 1960 to an all‑time peak of 56,843.91 in 2025, placing the territory 20th globally and narrowly below the United Kingdom’s 56,660.87 and Finland’s 56,083.74. Over the 66‑year span the increase reflects successive export‑driven growth phases, the liberalisation of financial markets in the 1980s, and the integration with mainland China after the 1997 hand‑over, which together amplified productivity and attracted high‑value services. The magnitude of the rise surpasses that of many advanced economies, yet the recent plateau near the 2025 peak suggests that further gains will depend on sustaining innovation, expanding the digital economy, and navigating geopolitical pressures that could affect cross‑border capital flows. Continued investment in technology and human capital will be crucial to maintain the upward trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $69,284 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $66,435 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $63,683 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $61,261 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $58,999 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $56,844 | - | - |
| 2025 | $56,844 | +$2,769 | #20 |
| 2024 | $54,075 | +$3,457 | #24 |
| 2023 | $50,562 | +$2,563 | #28 |
| 2022 | $48,826 | −$1,023 | #30 |
| 2021 | $49,771 | +$3,325 | #29 |
| 2020 | $46,109 | −$2,169 | #24 |
| 2019 | $48,359 | +$49 | #23 |
| 2018 | $48,538 | +$2,512 | #25 |
| 2017 | $46,160 | +$2,672 | #23 |
| 2016 | $43,734 | +$1,409 | #24 |
| 2015 | $42,432 | +$2,247 | #28 |
| 2014 | $40,315 | +$2,082 | #35 |
| 2013 | $38,404 | +$1,780 | #36 |
| 2012 | $36,731 | +$1,776 | #37 |
| 2011 | $35,142 | +$2,721 | #40 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hong Kong SAR, China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hong Kong SAR, China's gdp per capita was $56,844 in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from the previous year.
Hong Kong SAR, China's gdp per capita peaked at $56,844 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Hong Kong SAR, China was $427 in 1960.
Hong Kong SAR, China ranks 20th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hong Kong SAR, China's gdp per capita is projected to reach $56,844 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Hong Kong SAR, China in 2025 was $56,844. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Hong Kong SAR, China GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hong-kong-sar-china/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}