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Nigeria GDP per Capita PPP

GDP per capita based on PPP  NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD

$9,488 +$401 (+4.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #131 Global Peak $9,488 (2025) Source World Bank

Nigeria GDP per Capita PPP (1990–2025)

Overview

Nigeria's gdp per capita ppp stood at $9,488 in 2025, a rise of +$401 from 2024. The IMF projects $9,488 by 2025. Nigeria ranked 131st globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $11,358 - -
2029* IMF $10,947 - -
2028* IMF $10,565 - -
2027* IMF $10,211 - -
2026* IMF $9,861 - -
2025* IMF $9,488 - -
2025 $9,488 +$401 #131
2024 $9,087 +$374 #140
2023 $8,705 +$402 #142
2022 $8,305 +$716 #143
2021 $7,588 +$174 #142
2020 $7,415 −$137 #140
2019 $7,551 +$393 #141
2018 $7,158 +$121 #141
2017 $7,037 +$10 #142
2016 $7,072 −$179 #139
2015 $7,308 +$129 #137
2014 $7,396 +$581 #135
2013 $7,004 +$471 #136
2012 $6,671 +$347 #136
2011 $6,585 +$510 #135
Show all years (1990-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +20.5% GDP growth 4.1% C/A balance 6.8%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Nigeria matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nigeria's gdp per capita ppp?

Nigeria's gdp per capita ppp was $9,488 in 2025. Ranked 131st globally. This represents a 4.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Nigeria?

Nigeria's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $9,488 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Nigeria?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Nigeria was $2,835 in 1995.

How does Nigeria rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Nigeria ranks 131st globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp per capita ppp?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp per capita ppp of Nigeria in 2025?

Nigeria's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $9,488 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita ppp of Nigeria in 2025?

The gdp per capita ppp of Nigeria in 2025 was $9,488. This ranks 131st in the world.

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