Niger Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Niger's gini index was 32.9 in 2021, ranked 30th globally. This represents a 11.8% decrease from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2021.
Overview
Niger's gini index stood at 32.9 in 2021, a decline of +4.4 from 2018. Niger ranked 30th globally.
Niger’s Gini index fell to 32.90 in 2021, placing the country at the 30th position worldwide and tying it with peers such as South Korea and Uzbekistan that share the same figure. This represents a notable decline from the all‑time peak of 44.40 recorded in 2005, when income inequality was markedly higher, and a modest rise from the trough of 31.50 reached in 2011. Over the eight years for which data are available, the trend has been downward, suggesting that recent policy measures aimed at expanding social protection and improving rural‑agricultural productivity may be narrowing the distribution gap. However, the modest increase since the 2011 low indicates that gains are not yet sustained. Continued investment in inclusive education, health services and diversified economic activities will be essential to maintain the downward trajectory and move Niger further below the global median of inequality.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 32.9 | −4.4 | #30 |
| 2018 | 37.3 | +3.0 | #60 |
| 2014 | 34.3 | +2.8 | #37 |
| 2011 | 31.5 | −5.8 | #26 |
| 2007 | 37.3 | −7.1 | #47 |
| 2005 | 44.4 | +2.9 | #60 |
| 1994 | 41.5 | +5.5 | #14 |
| 1992 | 36.0 | – | #19 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Niger matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Niger's gini index was 32.9 in 2021. Ranked 30th globally. This represents a 11.8% decrease from the previous year.
Niger's gini index peaked at 44.4 in 2005.
The lowest gini index in Niger was 31.5 in 2011.
Niger ranks 30th globally in gini index as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Niger in 2021 was 32.9. This ranks 30th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_niger_gini-index,
title = {Niger Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/niger/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}