Seychelles Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Seychelles's gini index was 32.1 in 2018, ranked 27th globally. This represents a 31.4% decrease from 2017. Data from World Bank, covering 1999–2018.
Overview
Seychelles's gini index stood at 32.1 in 2018, a decline of +14.7 from 2013. Seychelles ranked 27th globally.
Seychelles' Gini Index has exhibited a notable downward trend since 2013, when it peaked at 46.80, indicating a significant reduction in income inequality. The country's Gini Index value decreased to 32.10 in 2018, ranking it among the lower-middle-income economies globally. This improvement is comparable to that of Germany, which ranked 31.90 in 2018, and lags behind France, which had a slightly higher Gini Index of 32.40 during the same year. The reduction in income inequality is a positive development for Seychelles, which has historically struggled with high levels of inequality. Since 1999, the Gini Index has decreased by approximately 10.7 points, indicating a consistent effort to reduce income disparities. However, the country may face challenges in sustaining this trend, as rising income inequality in neighboring countries could exert pressure on Seychelles' economic policies.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 32.1 | −14.7 | #27 |
| 2013 | 46.8 | +4.0 | #68 |
| 2006 | 42.8 | +0.0 | #62 |
| 1999 | 42.8 | – | #27 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Seychelles matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2009. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles's gini index was 32.1 in 2018. Ranked 27th globally. This represents a 31.4% decrease from the previous year.
Seychelles's gini index peaked at 46.8 in 2013.
The lowest gini index in Seychelles was 32.1 in 2018.
Seychelles ranks 27th globally in gini index as of 2018.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Seychelles in 2018 was 32.1. This ranks 27th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_seychelles_gini-index,
title = {Seychelles Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/seychelles/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}