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South Sudan GDP per Capita

GDP divided by midyear population  NY.GDP.PCAP.CD

$313 +$12 (+4.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #187 Global Peak $1,654 (2008) Source World Bank

South Sudan GDP per Capita (2008–2025)

Overview

South Sudan's gdp per capita stood at $313 in 2025, a rise of +$12 from 2024. The IMF projects $313 by 2025. South Sudan ranked 187th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $443 - -
2029* IMF $435 - -
2028* IMF $409 - -
2027* IMF $402 - -
2026* IMF $369 - -
2025* IMF $313 - -
2025 $313 +$12 #187
2024 $301 −$192 #200
2023 $493 −$23 #201
2022 $516 +$97 #206
2021 $419 +$25 #209
2020 $394 +$91 #210
2019 $302 +$88 #212
2018 $214 +$120 #212
2017 $95 −$86 #212
2016 $181 −$1,078 #212
2015 $1,080 −$252 #186
2014 $1,243 −$94 #185
2013 $1,650 +$609 #169
2012 $1,109 −$550 #185
2011 $1,449 −$49 #171
Show all years (2008-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Fiscal Dominance Trap
Government debt exceeding 80% of GDP with real interest rates negative and inflation above 10%. Monetary policy effectiveness impaired by fiscal pressures.
Inflation 91.4% Real rate -26.9%
Occurred 386 times, 278 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Real rate
-4.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Real rate
-47.4%
Inflation
28.3%
Real rate
-7.0%
Inflation
91.4%
Real rate
-26.9%
Inflation
13.6%
Real rate
-0.9%
Inflation
133.5%
Real rate
-17.3%

Analysis

South Sudan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2024. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Sudan's gdp per capita?

South Sudan's gdp per capita was $313 in 2025. Ranked 187th globally. This represents a 4.1% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita in South Sudan?

South Sudan's gdp per capita peaked at $1,654 in 2008.

What was the lowest gdp per capita in South Sudan?

The lowest gdp per capita in South Sudan was $95 in 2017.

How does South Sudan rank in gdp per capita?

South Sudan ranks 187th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp per capita?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp per capita of South Sudan in 2025?

South Sudan's gdp per capita is projected to reach $313 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita of South Sudan in 2025?

The gdp per capita of South Sudan in 2025 was $313. This ranks 187th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_gdp-per-capita, title = {South Sudan GDP per Capita}, url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/gdp-per-capita}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }