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Lao PDR GDP per Capita PPP

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

$10,212 +$436 (+4.5%)
Year 2025 Rank #130 Global Peak $10,212 (2025) Source World Bank

Lao PDR GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's gdp per capita ppp stood at $10,212 in 2025, a rise of +$436 from 2024. The IMF projects $10,212 by 2025. Lao PDR ranked 130th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $11,843 - -
2029* IMF $11,477 - -
2028* IMF $11,139 - -
2027* IMF $10,827 - -
2026* IMF $10,520 - -
2025* IMF $10,212 - -
2025 $10,212 +$436 #130
2024 $9,776 +$518 #138
2023 $9,292 +$558 #140
2022 $8,766 +$737 #141
2021 $8,080 +$324 #139
2020 $7,913 +$122 #137
2019 $7,743 +$232 #140
2018 $7,487 +$327 #140
2017 $7,142 +$460 #141
2016 $6,743 +$463 #141
2015 $6,086 +$203 #141
2014 $5,799 +$351 #141
2013 $5,222 +$193 #144
2012 $4,781 +$136 #147
2011 $4,100 −$177 #149
Show all years (1980-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +12.3% GDP growth 3.7% C/A balance 2.6%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Lao PDR matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lao PDR's gdp per capita ppp?

Lao PDR's gdp per capita ppp was $10,212 in 2025. Ranked 130th globally. This represents a 4.5% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $10,212 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Lao PDR?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Lao PDR was $585 in 1980.

How does Lao PDR rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Lao PDR ranks 130th 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 Lao PDR in 2025?

Lao PDR's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $10,212 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita ppp of Lao PDR in 2025?

The gdp per capita ppp of Lao PDR in 2025 was $10,212. This ranks 130th in the world.

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