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Jamaica GDP per Capita PPP

GDP per capita based on PPP  NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD

$13,924 +$1,034 (+8.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #116 Global Peak $13,924 (2025) Source World Bank

Jamaica GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

Jamaica's gdp per capita ppp stood at $13,924 in 2025, a rise of +$1,034 from 2024. The IMF projects $13,924 by 2025. Jamaica ranked 116th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $16,302 - -
2029* IMF $15,776 - -
2028* IMF $15,285 - -
2027* IMF $14,828 - -
2026* IMF $14,378 - -
2025* IMF $13,924 - -
2025 $13,924 +$1,034 #116
2024 $12,890 −$201 #126
2023 $12,651 +$350 #129
2022 $11,888 +$1,086 #130
2021 $10,431 +$333 #130
2020 $9,764 −$1,434 #128
2019 $10,845 −$259 #127
2018 $10,753 −$59 #125
2017 $10,466 +$67 #124
2016 $9,948 −$85 #125
2015 $9,476 −$338 #125
2014 $9,210 −$390 #126
2013 $9,101 −$328 #124
2012 $8,831 −$497 #124
2011 $8,809 −$226 #122
Show all years (1980-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Fiscal Dominance Trap
Government debt exceeding 80% of GDP with real interest rates negative and inflation above 10%. Monetary policy effectiveness impaired by fiscal pressures.
Inflation 10.3% Real rate -1.1%
Occurred 386 times, 278 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Real rate
-4.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Real rate
-47.4%
Inflation
28.3%
Real rate
-7.0%
Inflation
91.4%
Real rate
-26.9%
Inflation
13.6%
Real rate
-0.9%
Inflation
133.5%
Real rate
-17.3%

Analysis

Jamaica matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jamaica's gdp per capita ppp?

Jamaica's gdp per capita ppp was $13,924 in 2025. Ranked 116th globally. This represents a 8.0% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Jamaica?

Jamaica's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $13,924 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Jamaica?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Jamaica was $3,183 in 1980.

How does Jamaica rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Jamaica ranks 116th globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.

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

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

What is the projected gdp per capita ppp of Jamaica in 2025?

Jamaica's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $13,924 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita ppp of Jamaica in 2025?

The gdp per capita ppp of Jamaica in 2025 was $13,924. This ranks 116th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_jamaica_gdp-per-capita-ppp, title = {Jamaica GDP per Capita PPP}, url = {https://historysaid.com/jamaica/gdp-per-capita-ppp}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }