South Sudan Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
South Sudan's gini index was 44.0 in 2016, ranked 71st globally. This represents a 5.0% decrease from 2015. Data from World Bank, covering 2009–2016.
Overview
South Sudan's gini index stood at 44.0 in 2016, a decline of +2.3 from 2009. South Sudan ranked 71st globally.
South Sudan's Gini Index, a measure of income inequality, fluctuated between 2009 and 2016, with a peak of 46.30 in 2009 and a trough of 44.00 in 2016. The country's Gini Index ranked 71st globally in 2016, with a value of 44.00, slightly below Rwanda's 43.70 and above Malawi's 44.70. In comparison, Peru's Gini Index was 43.60, and Ecuador's was 45.00. South Sudan's Gini Index decreased by 2.30 points over the seven-year period, indicating a marginal reduction in income inequality. However, the country still ranks higher than its regional peers, suggesting that income disparities may persist. The decline in the Gini Index from 2009 to 2016 may be attributed to the country's post-conflict economic recovery efforts. However, if South Sudan's economy continues to experience volatility, it may hinder the reduction of income inequality, potentially reversing the trend and increasing the Gini Index.
Data & projection
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 gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Sudan's gini index was 44.0 in 2016. Ranked 71st globally. This represents a 5.0% decrease from the previous year.
South Sudan's gini index peaked at 46.3 in 2009.
The lowest gini index in South Sudan was 44.0 in 2016.
South Sudan ranks 71st globally in gini index as of 2016.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of South Sudan in 2016 was 44.0. This ranks 71st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_gini-index,
title = {South Sudan Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}