Sierra Leone GDP per Capita PPP
GDP per capita based on PPP NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita ppp was $3,699 in 2025, ranked 165th globally. This represents a 5.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita ppp stood at $3,699 in 2025, a rise of +$177 from 2024. The IMF projects $3,699 by 2025. Sierra Leone ranked 165th globally.
Sierra Leone's GDP per Capita PPP has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 46 years, with the latest value standing at 3,699.41. The country's all-time peak was also reached in 2025, indicating a steady upward trajectory since the trough of 1,121.24 in 2001. This recovery is comparable to other nations that have also made notable economic progress, such as Kiribati, where GDP per Capita PPP reached 3,704.85 in 2025. The improvement can be attributed to various factors, including increased foreign investment and enhanced economic policies. Despite this progress, Sierra Leone still ranks 165th globally in terms of GDP per Capita PPP. For the country to continue moving upward, sustained investments in human capital, particularly education and healthcare, will be crucial in driving economic growth and reducing poverty rates.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita PPP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $4,574 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $4,382 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $4,203 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $4,037 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $3,870 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $3,699 | - | - |
| 2025 | $3,699 | +$177 | #165 |
| 2024 | $3,522 | +$152 | #175 |
| 2023 | $3,368 | +$226 | #177 |
| 2022 | $3,144 | +$295 | #180 |
| 2021 | $2,849 | +$130 | #180 |
| 2020 | $2,719 | +$15 | #180 |
| 2019 | $2,704 | +$64 | #181 |
| 2018 | $2,640 | +$108 | #181 |
| 2017 | $2,501 | +$50 | #181 |
| 2016 | $2,635 | +$260 | #177 |
| 2015 | $2,560 | +$75 | #177 |
| 2014 | $2,762 | +$245 | #177 |
| 2013 | $2,701 | +$382 | #174 |
| 2012 | $2,317 | +$130 | #179 |
| 2011 | $2,043 | −$11 | #185 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sierra Leone matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita ppp was $3,699 in 2025. Ranked 165th globally. This represents a 5.0% increase from the previous year.
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $3,699 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Sierra Leone was $1,121 in 2001.
Sierra Leone ranks 165th globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $3,699 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita ppp of Sierra Leone in 2025 was $3,699. This ranks 165th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sierra-leone_gdp-per-capita-ppp,
title = {Sierra Leone GDP per Capita PPP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sierra-leone/gdp-per-capita-ppp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}