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Kenya GDP per Capita PPP

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

$7,556 +$912 (+13.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #144 Global Peak $7,556 (2025) Source World Bank

Kenya GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

Kenya's gdp per capita ppp stood at $7,556 in 2025, a rise of +$912 from 2024. The IMF projects $7,556 by 2025. Kenya ranked 144th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $9,665 - -
2029* IMF $9,186 - -
2028* IMF $8,740 - -
2027* IMF $8,326 - -
2026* IMF $7,929 - -
2025* IMF $7,556 - -
2025 $7,556 +$912 #144
2024 $6,644 −$144 #153
2023 $6,317 +$15 #155
2022 $5,883 +$172 #159
2021 $5,339 +$210 #161
2020 $4,793 −$250 #161
2019 $4,687 −$86 #160
2018 $4,412 −$115 #160
2017 $4,177 −$213 #162
2016 $3,917 −$353 #162
2015 $3,678 −$437 #162
2014 $3,359 −$585 #165
2013 $3,106 −$723 #167
2012 $2,847 −$829 #167
2011 $2,750 −$757 #170
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 26.2% Real rate -1.0%
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

Kenya matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. 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 Kenya's gdp per capita ppp?

Kenya's gdp per capita ppp was $7,556 in 2025. Ranked 144th globally. This represents a 13.7% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Kenya?

Kenya's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $7,556 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Kenya?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Kenya was $1,379 in 1980.

How does Kenya rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Kenya ranks 144th 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 Kenya in 2025?

Kenya's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $7,556 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

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

The gdp per capita ppp of Kenya in 2025 was $7,556. This ranks 144th in the world.

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