South Sudan GDP per Capita PPP
GDP per capita based on PPP NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD
South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp was $954 in 2025, ranked 187th globally. This represents a 23.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 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.
South Sudan's GDP per capita, adjusted for purchasing power parity, has exhibited a stark contrast between its peak and trough, reflecting the country's tumultuous economic history. At its all-time peak in 2010, the GDP per capita PPP stood at $2,948.05, but a devastating civil war and subsequent economic collapse led to a precipitous decline to $288.90 in 2017. Although the economy has partially recovered, with the 2025 figure of $953.68 indicating a modest increase, it still lags behind its peak performance. In comparison, Burundi's GDP per capita PPP, ranked similarly to South Sudan's, has hovered around $989.29, suggesting that South Sudan's trajectory may not be unique to its African peers. The ongoing recovery is likely to be influenced by the country's ability to stabilize its economy, rebuild infrastructure, and increase investment in key sectors, such as agriculture and mining, which could potentially alter the trajectory of its GDP per capita growth.
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 |
Detected Pattern
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
South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp was $954 in 2025. Ranked 187th globally. This represents a 23.8% increase from the previous year.
South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $2,948 in 2010.
The lowest gdp per capita ppp in South Sudan was $289 in 2017.
South Sudan ranks 187th 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.
South Sudan's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $954 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita ppp of South Sudan in 2025 was $954. This ranks 187th in the world.
Cite this page
@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}
}