Japan GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Japan's gni per capita was $36,265 in 2025, ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1962–2025.
Overview
Japan's gni per capita stood at $36,265 in 2025, a rise of +$265 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $36,265 by 2025. Japan ranked 42nd globally.
Japan’s gross national income per capita rose from a post‑war trough of 650.00 in 1962 to an all‑time peak of 50,060.00 in 2012, reflecting rapid industrialisation, export‑led growth and successive structural reforms. After the 2012 high, the indicator moderated to 36,265.00 in 2025, placing Japan 42nd globally and just below peers such as Brunei Darussalam (36,892.00) and Spain (35,866.00). The long‑term upward trajectory mirrors the country’s shift from manufacturing dominance to a services‑oriented economy, while demographic ageing and modest productivity gains have constrained recent growth. Over the 64‑year coverage period, per‑capita income has increased more than fifty‑fold, yet the post‑peak slowdown suggests that future advances will depend on the effectiveness of policies aimed at boosting labour participation, encouraging innovation and mitigating the fiscal pressures of an ageing population. Continued improvement in these areas could re‑accelerate the upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $33,423 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $34,844 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $36,265 | - | - |
| 2025 | $36,265 | +$265 | #42 |
| 2024 | $36,000 | −$3,360 | #36 |
| 2023 | $39,360 | −$3,280 | #32 |
| 2022 | $42,640 | −$1,070 | #31 |
| 2021 | $43,710 | +$2,780 | #30 |
| 2020 | $40,930 | −$1,040 | #28 |
| 2019 | $41,970 | +$170 | #31 |
| 2018 | $41,800 | +$2,870 | #27 |
| 2017 | $38,930 | +$470 | #28 |
| 2016 | $38,460 | −$920 | #28 |
| 2015 | $39,380 | −$5,060 | #29 |
| 2014 | $44,440 | −$4,410 | #25 |
| 2013 | $48,850 | −$1,210 | #21 |
| 2012 | $50,060 | +$2,590 | #19 |
| 2011 | $47,470 | +$3,560 | #19 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Japan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2004. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Japan's gni per capita was $36,265 in 2025. Ranked 42nd globally. This represents a 0.7% increase from the previous year.
Japan's gni per capita peaked at $50,060 in 2012.
The lowest gni per capita in Japan was $650 in 1962.
Japan ranks 42nd globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Japan's gni per capita is projected to reach $36,265 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Japan in 2025 was $36,265. This ranks 42nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_japan_gni-per-capita,
title = {Japan GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/japan/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}