Hungary Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Hungary's gini index was 30.6 in 2017, ranked 21st globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from 2016. Data from World Bank, covering 1987–2017.
Overview
Hungary's gini index stood at 30.6 in 2017, a rise of +0.3 from 2016. Hungary ranked 21st globally.
Hungary's Gini Index, a measure of income inequality, has exhibited a notable fluctuation over the past quarter century. At its peak in 2005, the Gini Index reached 34.70, a level significantly higher than the current reading of 30.60 in 2017. This trend reversal indicates a decrease in income disparity during this period. The index has continued to fall, with the 2017 value placing Hungary at the 21st position globally. In comparison to its regional peers, Hungary's Gini Index is lower than that of Croatia, with a 30.40 reading, but higher than that of Estonia, which has a 30.40 score. The trough in 1987, with a Gini Index of 20.90, marked the beginning of this upward trend. A continued decline in the Gini Index would suggest a reduction in income inequality, however, a potential resurgence of income disparity could be triggered by rising unemployment or economic instability.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 30.6 | +0.3 | #21 |
| 2016 | 30.3 | −0.1 | #18 |
| 2015 | 30.4 | −0.5 | #18 |
| 2014 | 30.9 | −0.6 | #21 |
| 2013 | 31.5 | +0.7 | #22 |
| 2012 | 30.8 | +1.6 | #23 |
| 2011 | 29.2 | −0.2 | #19 |
| 2010 | 29.4 | +2.4 | #18 |
| 2009 | 27.0 | −0.5 | #6 |
| 2008 | 27.5 | −0.4 | #7 |
| 2007 | 27.9 | −0.4 | #9 |
| 2006 | 28.3 | −6.4 | #11 |
| 2005 | 34.7 | +4.8 | #33 |
| 2004 | 29.9 | −1.0 | #15 |
| 2003 | 30.9 | +4.1 | #18 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's gini index was 30.6 in 2017. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.
Hungary's gini index peaked at 34.7 in 2005.
The lowest gini index in Hungary was 20.9 in 1987.
Hungary ranks 21st globally in gini index as of 2017.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Hungary in 2017 was 30.6. This ranks 21st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_gini-index,
title = {Hungary Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}