Lesotho GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Lesotho's gni per capita was $1,236 in 2025, ranked 177th globally. This represents a 4.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1966–2025.
Overview
Lesotho's gni per capita stood at $1,236 in 2025, a rise of +$56 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,236 by 2025. Lesotho ranked 177th globally.
Lesotho’s gross national income per capita has risen from a historic low of 80.00 in 1969 to 1,236.00 in 2025, placing the country 177th in the world after six decades of modest growth. The post‑apartheid era saw the most pronounced advance, with the all‑time peak of 1,490.00 recorded in 2012, reflecting a period of expanded mining output and remittances from workers in South Africa. Nevertheless, the figure remains below that of nearby peers such as Tanzania (1,283.00) and Zambia (1,293.00), underscoring the limited impact of structural reforms and the persistent vulnerability to external shocks, especially climate‑related agricultural downturns. While the upward trajectory since the 1970s suggests gradual improvement, future progress will depend on diversifying the economy, strengthening fiscal stability, and enhancing human‑capital investment, factors that could accelerate Lesotho’s per‑capita income growth in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $1,252 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $1,244 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,236 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,236 | +$56 | #177 |
| 2024 | $1,180 | −$70 | #170 |
| 2023 | $1,250 | −$20 | #176 |
| 2022 | $1,270 | +$80 | #177 |
| 2021 | $1,190 | +$20 | #175 |
| 2020 | $1,170 | −$120 | #175 |
| 2019 | $1,290 | +$40 | #174 |
| 2018 | $1,250 | +$90 | #172 |
| 2017 | $1,160 | −$80 | #172 |
| 2016 | $1,240 | −$40 | #169 |
| 2015 | $1,280 | −$50 | #168 |
| 2014 | $1,330 | −$110 | #165 |
| 2013 | $1,440 | −$50 | #159 |
| 2012 | $1,490 | +$140 | #157 |
| 2011 | $1,350 | +$80 | #159 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Lesotho matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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
Lesotho's gni per capita was $1,236 in 2025. Ranked 177th globally. This represents a 4.7% increase from the previous year.
Lesotho's gni per capita peaked at $1,490 in 2012.
The lowest gni per capita in Lesotho was $80 in 1966.
Lesotho ranks 177th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Lesotho's gni per capita is projected to reach $1,236 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Lesotho in 2025 was $1,236. This ranks 177th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_lesotho_gni-per-capita,
title = {Lesotho GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/lesotho/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}