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Ireland GDP per Capita

GDP divided by midyear population  NY.GDP.PCAP.CD

Ireland's gdp per capita was $129,132 in 2025, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 14.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.

$129,132 +$16,237 (+14.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #3 Global Peak $129,132 (2025) Source World Bank

Ireland GDP per Capita (1960–2025)

Overview

Ireland's gdp per capita stood at $129,132 in 2025, a rise of +$16,237 from 2024. The IMF projects $129,132 by 2025. Ireland ranked 3rd globally.

Ireland’s GDP per capita has risen from a trough of 706.55 in 1960 to an all‑time peak of 129,131.78 in 2025, placing it third globally among the World Bank’s 66‑year series. This dramatic ascent reflects successive waves of foreign direct investment, a shift to high‑value services, and favourable corporate tax policy that attracted multinational enterprises. The pace of growth accelerated after the early 2000s, outstripping many peers; for example, Switzerland recorded 111,046.89 in the same year, while Luxembourg, the nearest higher‑ranked economy, reached 146,818.02. The sustained expansion has been reinforced by a young, educated workforce and strong export performance, yet it remains vulnerable to external shocks such as global interest‑rate cycles and corporate tax reforms. Continued openness to investment and diversification of the domestic innovation base will be critical to preserving the upward trajectory in the coming decades.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $153,368 - -
2029* IMF $148,344 - -
2028* IMF $143,595 - -
2027* IMF $139,185 - -
2026* IMF $135,247 - -
2025* IMF $129,132 - -
2025 $129,132 +$16,237 #3
2024 $112,895 +$6,393 #5
2023 $106,819 +$2,098 #5
2022 $105,191 +$1,565 #6
2021 $103,783 +$17,566 #5
2020 $86,514 +$4,988 #5
2019 $81,828 +$1,352 #9
2018 $80,804 +$8,973 #10
2017 $72,161 +$8,291 #11
2016 $64,130 +$36 #10
2015 $64,250 +$7,139 #11
2014 $57,215 +$4,752 #17
2013 $52,538 +$3,227 #21
2012 $49,336 −$3,217 #22
2011 $52,614 +$4,033 #18
Show all years (1960-2025)
* 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 +77.5% GDP growth 16.3% C/A balance 12.3%
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

Ireland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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

What is Ireland's gdp per capita?▾

Ireland's gdp per capita was $129,132 in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 14.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita in Ireland?▾

Ireland's gdp per capita peaked at $129,132 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita in Ireland?▾

The lowest gdp per capita in Ireland was $707 in 1960.

How does Ireland rank in gdp per capita?▾

Ireland ranks 3rd globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.

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

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

What is the projected gdp per capita of Ireland in 2025?▾

Ireland's gdp per capita is projected to reach $129,132 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita of Ireland in 2025?▾

The gdp per capita of Ireland in 2025 was $129,132. This ranks 3rd in the world.

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