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South Sudan GDP per Capita PPP

GDP per capita based on PPP  NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD

$954 +$183 (+23.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #187 Global Peak $2,948 (2010) Source World Bank

South Sudan GDP per Capita PPP (2008–2025)

Overview

South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp stood at $954 in 2025, a rise of +$183 from 2024. The IMF projects $954 by 2025. South Sudan ranked 187th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $1,268 - -
2029* IMF $1,234 - -
2028* IMF $1,206 - -
2027* IMF $1,179 - -
2026* IMF $1,154 - -
2025* IMF $954 - -
2025 $954 +$183 #187
2024 $771 −$277 #198
2023 $1,047 +$38 #200
2022 $1,009 −$13 #202
2021 $1,023 +$397 #202
2020 $626 +$43 #202
2019 $583 +$73 #203
2018 $510 +$221 #203
2017 $289 −$21 #203
2016 $310 −$55 #202
2015 $1,155 +$782 #199
2014 $1,373 +$1,000 #196
2013 $1,917 +$1,620 #187
2012 $1,417 +$809 #194
2011 $2,718 −$230 #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 ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp?

South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp was $954 in 2025. Ranked 187th globally. This represents a 23.8% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in South Sudan?

South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $2,948 in 2010.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in South Sudan?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in South Sudan was $289 in 2017.

How does South Sudan rank in gdp per capita ppp?

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

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

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

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

South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $954 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

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

The gdp per capita ppp of South Sudan in 2025 was $954. This ranks 187th in the world.

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