Tanzania GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Tanzania's gdp per capita was $1,302 in 2025, ranked 164th globally. This represents a 9.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Tanzania's gdp per capita stood at $1,302 in 2025, a rise of +$115 from 2024. The IMF projects $1,302 by 2025. Tanzania ranked 164th globally.
Tanzania’s GDP per capita has risen from a low of 275.30 in 1960 to an all‑time peak of 1,301.74 in 2025, placing the country 164th in the world and marking a 372 percent increase over 66 years. The trough of 217.24 in 1970 reflects the post‑independence economic shock, after which gradual diversification and modest industrialisation lifted output per person. By 2025 Tanzania’s figure of 1,301.74 is slightly below peers such as Uganda (1,353.41) and Zambia (1,352.99) but above Guinea‑Bissau (1,225.35) and Nigeria (1,199.62), indicating a middle‑of‑the‑road performance within the region. The sustained upward trajectory has been driven by steady agricultural growth, expanding services, and foreign direct investment in energy and infrastructure. Continued improvements in education, health and private‑sector reforms could accelerate per‑capita growth, while external shocks or fiscal strain would risk flattening the trend.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $1,781 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $1,673 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $1,568 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $1,469 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $1,378 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $1,302 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,302 | +$115 | #164 |
| 2024 | $1,187 | −$50 | #177 |
| 2023 | $1,224 | +$18 | #180 |
| 2022 | $1,208 | +$70 | #184 |
| 2021 | $1,160 | +$67 | #185 |
| 2020 | $1,117 | +$73 | #184 |
| 2019 | $1,063 | +$62 | #188 |
| 2018 | $1,023 | +$6 | #187 |
| 2017 | $987 | +$20 | #186 |
| 2016 | $953 | +$4 | #187 |
| 2015 | $939 | −$91 | #191 |
| 2014 | $1,023 | +$52 | #193 |
| 2013 | $963 | +$95 | #191 |
| 2012 | $862 | +$87 | #192 |
| 2011 | $775 | +$35 | #196 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tanzania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gdp per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania's gdp per capita was $1,302 in 2025. Ranked 164th globally. This represents a 9.7% increase from the previous year.
Tanzania's gdp per capita peaked at $1,302 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita in Tanzania was $217 in 1970.
Tanzania ranks 164th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tanzania's gdp per capita is projected to reach $1,302 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Tanzania in 2025 was $1,302. This ranks 164th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tanzania_gdp-per-capita,
title = {Tanzania GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tanzania/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}