Kiribati Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Kiribati's gini index was 27.8 in 2019, ranked 12th globally. This represents a 24.9% decrease from 2018. Data from World Bank, covering 2006–2019.
Overview
Kiribati's gini index stood at 27.8 in 2019, a decline of +9.2 from 2006. Kiribati ranked 12th globally.
Kiribati's Gini Index, a measure of income inequality, has exhibited a notable decline since 2006, when it reached its all-time peak of 37.00. By 2019, the country had registered a significant improvement, with the Gini Index standing at 27.80, ranking 12th globally. This downward trend is closely comparable to that of Norway, which shares a similar ranking of 27.70. In contrast, Kazakhstan's Gini Index of 28.00 and Poland's 28.80 indicate that Kiribati's progress in reducing income inequality has been more pronounced. Despite this progress, Kiribati still lags behind the most egalitarian societies, with a considerable gap to be bridged. Looking ahead, improvements in education and job opportunities could potentially continue to drive down the Gini Index, contributing to a more equitable distribution of income and better living standards for Kiribati's citizens.
Data & projection
Analysis
Kiribati's gini index was 27.8 in 2019, a decline of −9.2 from 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kiribati's gini index was 27.8 in 2019. Ranked 12th globally. This represents a 24.9% decrease from the previous year.
Kiribati's gini index peaked at 37.0 in 2006.
The lowest gini index in Kiribati was 27.8 in 2019.
Kiribati ranks 12th globally in gini index as of 2019.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Kiribati in 2019 was 27.8. This ranks 12th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kiribati_gini-index,
title = {Kiribati Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kiribati/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}