Tanzania PPP Conversion Factor
PPP conversion factor, GDP PA.NUS.PPP
Tanzania's ppp conversion factor was 705.73 in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Tanzania's ppp conversion factor stood at 705.73 in 2025, a decline of +24.70 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 705.73 by 2025. Tanzania ranked 20th globally.
Tanzania’s purchasing power parity (PPP) conversion factor rose from a trough of 51.35 in 1990 to a peak of 889.45 in 2017, reflecting a sustained increase in the relative price level of its economy over 36 years. By 2025 the factor stood at 705.73, ranking twentieth globally and closely matching Sudan’s 707.96, while still lagging behind Korea’s 800.24. The sharp ascent after the early 1990s coincided with structural reforms, liberalisation of trade and modest growth in real GDP, which together lifted domestic price levels relative to the international dollar. Although the post‑peak period shows a modest decline from the 2017 high, the 2025 figure remains well above the 1990 baseline, indicating that Tanzania’s price environment continues to be more expensive in PPP terms than many lower‑income peers such as Malawi (507.70). Continued investment in productivity‑enhancing sectors and monetary stability will be crucial to sustain the upward trajectory of the PPP conversion factor.
Data & projection
| Year | PPP Conversion Factor | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 678.86 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 692.29 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 705.73 | - | - |
| 2025 | 705.73 | −24.70 | #20 |
| 2024 | 730.42 | +4.57 | #172 |
| 2023 | 725.85 | −6.01 | #179 |
| 2022 | 731.86 | −31.10 | #181 |
| 2021 | 762.96 | −16.08 | #184 |
| 2020 | 779.04 | −36.93 | #183 |
| 2019 | 815.96 | −33.08 | #185 |
| 2018 | 849.04 | −40.41 | #186 |
| 2017 | 889.45 | +37.28 | #189 |
| 2016 | 852.17 | +45.71 | #187 |
| 2015 | 806.45 | +45.55 | #187 |
| 2014 | 760.90 | +53.43 | #187 |
| 2013 | 707.47 | +57.23 | #187 |
| 2012 | 650.24 | +104.16 | #187 |
| 2011 | 546.07 | +49.33 | #188 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tanzania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw ppp conversion factor improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania's ppp conversion factor was 705.73 in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from the previous year.
Tanzania's ppp conversion factor peaked at 889.45 in 2017.
The lowest ppp conversion factor in Tanzania was 51.35 in 1990.
Tanzania ranks 20th globally in ppp conversion factor as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.PPP. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tanzania's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 705.73 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The ppp conversion factor of Tanzania in 2025 was 705.73. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tanzania_ppp-conversion-factor,
title = {Tanzania PPP Conversion Factor},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tanzania/ppp-conversion-factor/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}