Samoa GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Samoa's gni per capita was $5,227 in 2025, ranked 128th globally. This represents a 3.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1972–2025.
Overview
Samoa's gni per capita stood at $5,227 in 2025, a rise of +$187 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $5,227 by 2025. Samoa ranked 128th globally.
Samoa's Gross National Income per Capita has demonstrated a steady upward trajectory over the past five decades. Starting from an all-time low of 440.00 in 1972, the country has experienced a significant increase, with the latest figure reaching 5,227.00 in 2025. This represents a substantial rise from its all-time high of 5,227.00, which has also been achieved in 2025, making it the peak year for GNI per Capita. In comparison to its peer countries, Samoa's GNI per Capita ranks below Indonesia's 5,284.00, but above that of the Philippines at 4,841.00. The consistent growth in GNI per Capita reflects Samoa's efforts to modernize its economy and improve living standards. However, a potential shift in the global economic landscape, such as a significant change in international trade policies or a major economic downturn, could potentially alter the trajectory of Samoa's GNI per Capita growth in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $5,773 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $5,500 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $5,227 | - | - |
| 2025 | $5,227 | +$187 | #128 |
| 2024 | $5,040 | +$240 | #119 |
| 2023 | $4,800 | +$670 | #127 |
| 2022 | $4,130 | +$140 | #133 |
| 2021 | $3,990 | −$90 | #134 |
| 2020 | $4,080 | −$190 | #124 |
| 2019 | $4,270 | +$170 | #128 |
| 2018 | $4,100 | +$0 | #125 |
| 2017 | $4,100 | −$20 | #122 |
| 2016 | $4,120 | +$150 | #120 |
| 2015 | $3,970 | +$140 | #122 |
| 2014 | $3,830 | +$80 | #127 |
| 2013 | $3,750 | +$160 | #128 |
| 2012 | $3,590 | +$20 | #127 |
| 2011 | $3,570 | +$140 | #125 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Samoa's gni per capita was $5,227 in 2025. Ranked 128th globally. This represents a 3.7% increase from the previous year.
Samoa's gni per capita peaked at $5,227 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Samoa was $440 in 1972.
Samoa ranks 128th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Samoa's gni per capita is projected to reach $5,227 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Samoa in 2025 was $5,227. This ranks 128th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_gni-per-capita,
title = {Samoa GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}