Nauru GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Nauru's gdp per capita was $14,274 in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Nauru's gdp per capita stood at $14,274 in 2025, a rise of +$665 from 2024. The IMF projects $14,274 by 2025. Nauru ranked 74th globally.
Nauru’s GDP per capita has risen dramatically from 2,618.53 in 1970 to 14,274.02 in 2025, placing the island nation 74th in the world according to the World Bank. The sharpest ascent followed the all‑time trough of 2,084.65 in 2002, after which the economy recovered and peaked at 14,979.10 in 2021, a level that still exceeds the 2025 figure by only 705.08. This growth reflects the expansion of phosphate mining and the diversification of service‑related revenues, although volatility remains evident in the long‑term series that spans 56 years. Compared with peer economies, Nauru’s 2025 per‑capita income is marginally below Argentina’s 14,358.85 and Mexico’s 13,966.98, and slightly lower than St. Lucia’s 14,647.44, indicating a competitive but not leading position among similarly ranked nations. Continued investment in renewable energy and tourism could sustain the upward trajectory, while any reversal in commodity prices would likely dampen future gains.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $16,963 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $16,445 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $15,910 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $15,445 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $14,959 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $14,274 | - | - |
| 2025 | $14,274 | +$665 | #74 |
| 2024 | $13,609 | +$832 | #82 |
| 2023 | $12,752 | −$164 | #85 |
| 2022 | $12,912 | −$2,115 | #87 |
| 2021 | $14,979 | +$4,257 | #79 |
| 2020 | $10,709 | −$84 | #82 |
| 2019 | $10,802 | −$625 | #87 |
| 2018 | $11,414 | +$1,787 | #85 |
| 2017 | $9,657 | +$731 | #91 |
| 2016 | $8,748 | +$1,771 | #91 |
| 2015 | $7,747 | −$1,303 | #96 |
| 2014 | $9,230 | +$748 | #92 |
| 2013 | $8,975 | −$899 | #94 |
| 2012 | $9,843 | +$3,049 | #89 |
| 2011 | $6,444 | +$1,507 | #109 |
Analysis
Nauru's gdp per capita was $14,274 in 2025, a rise of +$665 from 2024. IMF projects $14,274 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nauru's gdp per capita was $14,274 in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from the previous year.
Nauru's gdp per capita peaked at $14,979 in 2021.
The lowest gdp per capita in Nauru was $2,085 in 2002.
Nauru ranks 74th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Nauru's gdp per capita is projected to reach $14,274 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Nauru in 2025 was $14,274. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_nauru_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Nauru GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nauru/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}