Sri Lanka Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Sri Lanka's gini index was 37.7 in 2019, ranked 55th globally. This represents a 4.1% decrease from 2018. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2019.
Overview
Sri Lanka's gini index stood at 37.7 in 2019, a decline of +1.6 from 2016. Sri Lanka ranked 55th globally.
Sri Lanka's Gini Index has fluctuated over the years, with its latest value in 2019 standing at 37.70, ranking 55th globally. The country experienced its all-time peak in 2002 with a value of 40.20, while its all-time trough was recorded in 1990 at 32.40. Compared to its peers, Sri Lanka's Gini Index is higher than that of Georgia, which stands at 35.90, but lower than China's 38.20. The latest value of 37.70 indicates a slight decrease from its peak, but still higher than its earliest recorded value of 32.50 in 1985. As the country continues to navigate its economic landscape, a significant shift in policies or economic growth could alter the trajectory of its Gini Index, potentially leading to a more equitable distribution of income and a decrease in the index value.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 37.7 | −1.6 | #55 |
| 2016 | 39.3 | +0.6 | #60 |
| 2012 | 38.7 | +2.6 | #56 |
| 2009 | 36.1 | −3.6 | #48 |
| 2006 | 39.7 | −0.5 | #53 |
| 2002 | 40.2 | +4.8 | #41 |
| 1995 | 35.4 | +3.0 | #24 |
| 1990 | 32.4 | −0.1 | #9 |
| 1985 | 32.5 | – | #7 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sri Lanka matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sri Lanka's gini index was 37.7 in 2019. Ranked 55th globally. This represents a 4.1% decrease from the previous year.
Sri Lanka's gini index peaked at 40.2 in 2002.
The lowest gini index in Sri Lanka was 32.4 in 1990.
Sri Lanka ranks 55th globally in gini index as of 2019.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Sri Lanka in 2019 was 37.7. This ranks 55th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sri-lanka_gini-index,
title = {Sri Lanka Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sri-lanka/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}