Mozambique Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Mozambique's gini index was 52.1 in 2025, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Mozambique's gini index stood at 52.1 in 2025, a rise of +2.5 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 52.1 by 2025. Mozambique ranked 3rd globally.
Mozambique’s Gini index stood at 52.12 in 2025, placing the country third worldwide in income inequality according to the World Bank. The measure has hovered within a narrow band since the earliest recorded value of 53.30 in 1996, falling to an all‑time trough of 45.50 in 2008 before climbing to a peak of 54.00 in 2014. Over the seven‑year coverage period, the index has declined only modestly, suggesting that the post‑peak reduction has been insufficient to offset the earlier surge. By comparison, Zambia recorded a slightly higher index of 52.18, while Brazil’s figure of 51.50 indicates that Mozambique remains among the most unequal economies in its peer group. The persistence of high inequality reflects structural constraints in labor markets and limited social protection, and future progress will likely depend on the scale and effectiveness of redistributive policies and inclusive growth initiatives.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 52.1 | - | - |
| 2025 | 52.1 | +2.5 | #3 |
| 2022 | 49.6 | −1.1 | #66 |
| 2019 | 50.7 | −3.3 | #76 |
| 2014 | 54.0 | +8.5 | #83 |
| 2008 | 45.5 | −1.4 | #63 |
| 2002 | 46.9 | −6.4 | #53 |
| 1996 | 53.3 | – | #38 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mozambique matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mozambique's gini index was 52.1 in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 5.1% increase from the previous year.
Mozambique's gini index peaked at 54.0 in 2014.
The lowest gini index in Mozambique was 45.5 in 2008.
Mozambique ranks 3rd globally in gini index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mozambique's gini index is projected to reach 52.1 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gini index of Mozambique in 2025 was 52.1. This ranks 3rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mozambique_gini-index,
title = {Mozambique Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mozambique/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}