Rwanda Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Rwanda's gini index was 37.6 in 2025, ranked 26th globally. This represents a 4.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's gini index stood at 37.6 in 2025, a decline of +1.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 37.6 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 26th globally.
Rwanda's Gini Index has undergone significant changes over the past two decades, reflecting shifts in the country's economic landscape. At its peak in 2005, the index stood at 52.00, indicating a relatively high level of income inequality. However, the government's efforts to promote economic development and reduce poverty have yielded noticeable results. By 2025, the Gini Index had dropped to 37.58, ranking Rwanda 26th globally. This trend is comparable to that of Tajikistan, which has also made strides in reducing income inequality, and has even matched Rwanda's lowest value in 2025. Rwanda's progress is a testament to the effectiveness of its economic policies, but the current trend may be influenced by the country's growth rate. If Rwanda sustains its economic growth, it could potentially lead to increased income inequality, but this would depend on the distribution of the benefits of growth among different segments of the population.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 36.9 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 37.6 | - | - |
| 2025 | 37.6 | −1.8 | #26 |
| 2023 | 39.4 | −4.3 | #38 |
| 2016 | 43.7 | −1.4 | #70 |
| 2013 | 45.1 | −2.1 | #66 |
| 2010 | 47.2 | −4.8 | #74 |
| 2005 | 52.0 | +3.5 | #73 |
| 2000 | 48.5 | – | #43 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's gini index was 37.6 in 2025. Ranked 26th globally. This represents a 4.6% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's gini index peaked at 52.0 in 2005.
The lowest gini index in Rwanda was 37.6 in 2025.
Rwanda ranks 26th globally in gini index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's gini index is projected to reach 37.6 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gini index of Rwanda in 2025 was 37.6. This ranks 26th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_gini-index,
title = {Rwanda Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}