Romania GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Romania's gdp per capita was $22,436 in 2025, ranked 55th globally. This represents a 11.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Romania's gdp per capita stood at $22,436 in 2025, a rise of +$2,356 from 2024. The IMF projects $22,436 by 2025. Romania ranked 55th globally.
Romania's GDP per capita has experienced a significant increase over the past four decades, rising from 2,052.08 in 1980 to 22,436.01 in 2025, a 99% growth. This growth has been steady, with the exception of a notable decline in 1992, when the GDP per capita plummeted to 1,102.10, an all-time low. The country's recent rise to 22,436.01 surpasses its closest peer, Uruguay, which has a GDP per capita of 24,379.61. In comparison, Romania's GDP per capita has surpassed that of Antigua and Barbuda, while falling short of Latvia's 25,629.63. The continued growth of Romania's economy is a positive indicator for the country's development trajectory. However, a slowdown in global economic growth or a decline in foreign investment could potentially alter this trend, impacting Romania's GDP per capita growth in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $28,232 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $26,681 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $25,247 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $24,397 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $23,768 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $22,436 | - | - |
| 2025 | $22,436 | +$2,356 | #55 |
| 2024 | $20,080 | +$1,667 | #67 |
| 2023 | $18,244 | +$2,651 | #73 |
| 2022 | $15,504 | +$568 | #79 |
| 2021 | $14,908 | +$1,851 | #80 |
| 2020 | $13,009 | +$47 | #79 |
| 2019 | $12,910 | +$436 | #79 |
| 2018 | $12,416 | +$1,699 | #80 |
| 2017 | $10,728 | +$1,349 | #84 |
| 2016 | $9,405 | +$453 | #86 |
| 2015 | $8,977 | −$1,049 | #90 |
| 2014 | $10,032 | +$549 | #91 |
| 2013 | $9,498 | +$579 | #91 |
| 2012 | $8,930 | −$617 | #93 |
| 2011 | $9,561 | +$1,168 | #89 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Romania matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. 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
Romania's gdp per capita was $22,436 in 2025. Ranked 55th globally. This represents a 11.7% increase from the previous year.
Romania's gdp per capita peaked at $22,436 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Romania was $1,102 in 1992.
Romania ranks 55th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Romania's gdp per capita is projected to reach $22,436 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Romania in 2025 was $22,436. This ranks 55th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_romania_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Romania GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/romania/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}