Tonga GDP per Capita PPP
GDP per capita based on PPP NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD
Tonga's gdp per capita ppp was $8,086 in 2025, ranked 140th globally. This represents a 5.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Tonga's gdp per capita ppp stood at $8,086 in 2025, a rise of +$421 from 2024. The IMF projects $8,086 by 2025. Tonga ranked 140th globally.
Tonga’s GDP per capita measured in purchasing‑power‑parity terms has risen dramatically from a low of 723.13 in 1980 to an all‑time peak of 8,086.18 in 2025, placing the nation 140th in the world ranking. This long‑run increase of more than elevenfold reflects sustained reforms in tourism, fisheries and remittance flows, while the country’s small, open economy has remained vulnerable to external shocks such as cyclones and global commodity price swings. The 2025 figure is closely aligned with the levels recorded in peer small‑state economies, for example Honduras at 7,955.75 and Samoa at 8,257.26, underscoring a convergence among Pacific and developing nations that rely heavily on services and external aid. Despite the impressive ascent, per‑capita income remains modest compared with regional averages, and future growth will hinge on diversifying the export base, strengthening climate‑resilient infrastructure and maintaining the flow of overseas remittances, which together could sustain the upward trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita PPP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $9,677 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $9,362 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $9,068 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $8,765 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $8,445 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $8,086 | - | - |
| 2025 | $8,086 | +$421 | #140 |
| 2024 | $7,666 | +$356 | #149 |
| 2023 | $7,803 | +$915 | #145 |
| 2022 | $7,296 | +$730 | #146 |
| 2021 | $6,929 | +$678 | #145 |
| 2020 | $6,676 | +$621 | #143 |
| 2019 | $6,473 | +$509 | #145 |
| 2018 | $6,393 | +$607 | #143 |
| 2017 | $6,229 | +$727 | #144 |
| 2016 | $5,920 | +$833 | #144 |
| 2015 | $5,472 | +$513 | #144 |
| 2014 | $5,336 | +$581 | #146 |
| 2013 | $5,120 | +$415 | #146 |
| 2012 | $4,996 | +$508 | #144 |
| 2011 | $4,855 | +$728 | #143 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tonga matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. 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
Tonga's gdp per capita ppp was $8,086 in 2025. Ranked 140th globally. This represents a 5.5% increase from the previous year.
Tonga's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $8,086 in 2025.
The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Tonga was $723 in 1980.
Tonga ranks 140th 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.
Tonga's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $8,086 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita ppp of Tonga in 2025 was $8,086. This ranks 140th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tonga_gdp-per-capita-ppp,
title = {Tonga GDP per Capita PPP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tonga/gdp-per-capita-ppp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}