Maldives GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Maldives's gdp per capita was $18,684 in 2025, ranked 64th globally. This represents a 39.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Maldives's gdp per capita stood at $18,684 in 2025, a rise of +$5,305 from 2024. The IMF projects $18,684 by 2025. Maldives ranked 64th globally.
Maldives' GDP per capita has recorded a significant increase since 1970, rising from 156.86 to 18,683.90 in 2025, reflecting the country's notable economic growth. The all-time peak in 2025 represents a substantial improvement from the all-time trough of 137.26 in 1977, a period when the country's economy was largely reliant on fishing and tourism. Notably, Maldives' GDP per capita surpassed that of peer country Türkiye in 2025, but still lags behind Costa Rica, Oman, and Trinidad and Tobago. The country's economic development has been driven primarily by the growth of its tourism industry, which has contributed significantly to the country's GDP. Nevertheless, Maldives is vulnerable to external economic shocks, including fluctuations in global tourism demand and rising energy costs. A sustained increase in tourism revenue and strategic investments in the renewable energy sector could potentially propel Maldives' GDP per capita further upwards in the coming years, solidifying its position among the high-income economies.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $23,352 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $22,373 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $21,443 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $20,551 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $19,682 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $18,684 | - | - |
| 2025 | $18,684 | +$5,305 | #64 |
| 2024 | $13,379 | −$3,258 | #83 |
| 2023 | $12,588 | −$3,194 | #86 |
| 2022 | $11,786 | −$1,846 | #88 |
| 2021 | $10,176 | +$373 | #90 |
| 2020 | $7,394 | −$7,980 | #98 |
| 2019 | $11,740 | −$3,022 | #83 |
| 2018 | $11,423 | −$1,950 | #84 |
| 2017 | $10,510 | −$1,926 | #86 |
| 2016 | $9,948 | −$1,891 | #84 |
| 2015 | $9,645 | −$1,143 | #86 |
| 2014 | $8,939 | −$827 | #95 |
| 2013 | $8,236 | −$484 | #96 |
| 2012 | $7,461 | −$617 | #101 |
| 2011 | $7,425 | −$662 | #100 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Maldives matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2011. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Maldives's gdp per capita was $18,684 in 2025. Ranked 64th globally. This represents a 39.6% increase from the previous year.
Maldives's gdp per capita peaked at $18,684 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Maldives was $137 in 1977.
Maldives ranks 64th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Maldives's gdp per capita is projected to reach $18,684 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Maldives in 2025 was $18,684. This ranks 64th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_maldives_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Maldives GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/maldives/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}