Malaysia GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Malaysia's gni per capita was $12,398 in 2025, ranked 87th globally. This represents a 6.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1962–2025.
Overview
Malaysia's gni per capita stood at $12,398 in 2025, a rise of +$748 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $12,398 by 2025. Malaysia ranked 87th globally.
Malaysia’s gross national income per capita rose from a trough of 250.00 in 1962 to an all‑time peak of 12,398.00 in 2025, placing the country 87th globally after 64 years of data coverage. The long‑term trajectory reflects sustained structural transformation, higher export orientation and expanding services, which lifted GNI per capita by more than 49‑fold. In 2025 Malaysia’s figure of 12,398.00 is slightly below that of Serbia (12,616.00) and Kazakhstan (12,695.00), while exceeding St. Vincent and the Grenadines (11,724.00) and the Dominican Republic (11,256.00), underscoring its position among middle‑income economies that have benefited from diversified growth. The steep climb from the early 1960s aligns with industrialisation policies and regional integration, yet the modest gap with peers suggests room for productivity gains. Continued investment in high‑value manufacturing and digital services will be crucial to sustain upward momentum and narrow the distance to higher‑ranking peers.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $13,250 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $12,824 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $12,398 | - | - |
| 2025 | $12,398 | +$748 | #87 |
| 2024 | $11,650 | −$50 | #80 |
| 2023 | $11,700 | +$80 | #82 |
| 2022 | $11,620 | +$1,100 | #80 |
| 2021 | $10,520 | +$410 | #78 |
| 2020 | $10,110 | −$640 | #77 |
| 2019 | $10,750 | +$550 | #78 |
| 2018 | $10,200 | +$640 | #78 |
| 2017 | $9,560 | −$240 | #77 |
| 2016 | $9,800 | −$550 | #73 |
| 2015 | $10,350 | −$490 | #76 |
| 2014 | $10,840 | +$250 | #75 |
| 2013 | $10,590 | +$610 | #76 |
| 2012 | $9,980 | +$1,090 | #73 |
| 2011 | $8,890 | +$760 | #74 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Malaysia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. 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
Malaysia's gni per capita was $12,398 in 2025. Ranked 87th globally. This represents a 6.4% increase from the previous year.
Malaysia's gni per capita peaked at $12,398 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Malaysia was $250 in 1962.
Malaysia ranks 87th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Malaysia's gni per capita is projected to reach $12,398 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Malaysia in 2025 was $12,398. This ranks 87th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_malaysia_gni-per-capita,
title = {Malaysia GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/malaysia/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}