Kiribati GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Kiribati's gdp per capita was $2,481 in 2025, ranked 148th globally. This represents a 8.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Kiribati's gdp per capita stood at $2,481 in 2025, a rise of +$193 from 2024. The IMF projects $2,481 by 2025. Kiribati ranked 148th globally.
Kiribati’s gross domestic product per capita has risen from a trough of 201.02 in 1970 to an all‑time peak of 2,481.33 in 2025, placing the nation at rank 148 globally. This 12‑fold increase over 56 years reflects gradual diversification of the island economy, modest growth in tourism, fisheries and offshore financial services, and substantial foreign aid inflows. The recent level is comparable to Haiti’s 2,461.40 and slightly below Kenya’s 2,549.28, underscoring that Kiribati remains among the lower‑middle income bracket despite steady progress. The upward trajectory accelerated after the early 2000s, coinciding with climate‑adaptation projects and improved connectivity that expanded market access. Continued investment in resilient infrastructure and renewable energy could sustain the rise, while heightened exposure to sea‑level rise and limited domestic markets may temper future gains.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $2,907 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $2,836 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $2,761 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $2,690 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $2,615 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $2,481 | - | - |
| 2025 | $2,481 | +$193 | #148 |
| 2024 | $2,289 | −$15 | #160 |
| 2023 | $2,178 | −$15 | #162 |
| 2022 | $2,070 | −$282 | #170 |
| 2021 | $2,222 | +$367 | #169 |
| 2020 | $1,752 | −$95 | #173 |
| 2019 | $1,751 | −$271 | #174 |
| 2018 | $1,913 | −$47 | #169 |
| 2017 | $1,853 | +$7 | #168 |
| 2016 | $1,743 | +$0 | #166 |
| 2015 | $1,640 | −$206 | #166 |
| 2014 | $1,737 | −$150 | #167 |
| 2013 | $1,772 | −$185 | #168 |
| 2012 | $1,844 | −$34 | #163 |
| 2011 | $1,771 | +$162 | #164 |
Analysis
Kiribati's gdp per capita was $2,481 in 2025, a rise of +$193 from 2024. IMF projects $2,481 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kiribati's gdp per capita was $2,481 in 2025. Ranked 148th globally. This represents a 8.4% increase from the previous year.
Kiribati's gdp per capita peaked at $2,481 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Kiribati was $201 in 1970.
Kiribati ranks 148th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Kiribati's gdp per capita is projected to reach $2,481 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Kiribati in 2025 was $2,481. This ranks 148th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kiribati_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Kiribati GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kiribati/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}