Russian Federation Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Russian Federation's gini index was 32.2 in 2025, ranked 47th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1993–2025.
Overview
Russian Federation's gini index stood at 32.2 in 2025, a decline of +0.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 32.2 by 2025. Russian Federation ranked 47th globally.
The Russian Federation's Gini Index has exhibited a notable decline over the past three decades, from an all-time peak of 46.10 in 1996 to 32.20 in 2025, a reduction of approximately 30%. This trend indicates a decrease in income inequality, as measured by the World Bank. Comparatively, the Gini Index in Spain, a peer country, stands at 32.78, while France, another peer, has a value of 31.96. The Russian Federation's Gini Index has consistently ranked lower than its peak in 1996, with the 2025 value representing the lowest point in the country's 30-year coverage. The steady decrease in income inequality suggests that the Russian economy is exhibiting signs of stabilization. A potential shift in the trajectory of the Gini Index could be influenced by the implementation of policies aimed at promoting economic growth and reducing income disparities.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 31.7 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 32.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 32.2 | −0.8 | #47 |
| 2023 | 33.0 | −0.9 | #21 |
| 2022 | 33.9 | −1.2 | #35 |
| 2021 | 35.1 | +1.4 | #45 |
| 2020 | 33.7 | −2.0 | #33 |
| 2019 | 35.7 | +0.4 | #52 |
| 2018 | 35.3 | −0.2 | #48 |
| 2017 | 35.5 | −1.2 | #41 |
| 2016 | 36.7 | +0.2 | #52 |
| 2015 | 36.5 | −0.4 | #51 |
| 2014 | 36.9 | −4.0 | #53 |
| 2013 | 40.9 | +0.2 | #59 |
| 2012 | 40.7 | +1.0 | #63 |
| 2011 | 39.7 | +0.2 | #57 |
| 2010 | 39.5 | −0.3 | #62 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Russian Federation matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Russian Federation's gini index was 32.2 in 2025. Ranked 47th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year.
Russian Federation's gini index peaked at 46.1 in 1996.
The lowest gini index in Russian Federation was 32.2 in 2025.
Russian Federation ranks 47th globally in gini index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
Russian Federation's gini index is projected to reach 32.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gini index of Russian Federation in 2025 was 32.2. This ranks 47th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_russian-federation_gini-index,
title = {Russian Federation Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/russian-federation/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}