Tonga PPP Conversion Factor
PPP conversion factor, GDP PA.NUS.PPP
Tonga's ppp conversion factor was 1.68 in 2025, ranked 126th globally. This represents a 1.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Tonga's ppp conversion factor stood at 1.68 in 2025, a decline of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.68 by 2025. Tonga ranked 126th globally.
Tonga’s purchasing power parity (PPP) conversion factor has risen markedly since the earliest observation in 1990, when it stood at 0.62, to a 2025 level of 1.68, placing the kingdom at 126th in the world. The upward trajectory peaked in 2023 at 1.71 before a modest retreat, reflecting sustained improvements in price level adjustments relative to the United States dollar. Over the 35‑year span, the factor more than doubled, indicating that domestic goods and services have become increasingly affordable for residents when expressed in international dollars. Tonga’s recent figure remains slightly below that of Tuvalu (1.63) and Samoa (1.63), yet it trails higher‑ranked peers such as Peru (1.78) and St. Kitts and Nevis (1.81). The continued rise suggests that further integration into global value chains and modest inflation containment could sustain the upward trend, although external shocks or fiscal imbalances could reverse the gains.
Data & projection
| Year | PPP Conversion Factor | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 1.69 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.68 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.68 | −0.03 | #126 |
| 2023 | 1.71 | +0.06 | #73 |
| 2022 | 1.65 | +0.03 | #74 |
| 2021 | 1.62 | −0.04 | #71 |
| 2020 | 1.66 | −0.02 | #74 |
| 2019 | 1.68 | +0.08 | #73 |
| 2018 | 1.60 | +0.06 | #71 |
| 2017 | 1.55 | +0.06 | #71 |
| 2016 | 1.49 | +0.03 | #71 |
| 2015 | 1.46 | +0.06 | #68 |
| 2014 | 1.40 | −0.02 | #67 |
| 2013 | 1.43 | −0.06 | #68 |
| 2012 | 1.49 | +0.03 | #69 |
| 2011 | 1.45 | −0.02 | #72 |
| 2010 | 1.48 | +0.09 | #77 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tonga matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw ppp conversion factor improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Tonga's ppp conversion factor was 1.68 in 2025. Ranked 126th globally. This represents a 1.6% decrease from the previous year.
Tonga's ppp conversion factor peaked at 1.71 in 2023.
The lowest ppp conversion factor in Tonga was 0.62 in 1990.
Tonga ranks 126th globally in ppp conversion factor as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.PPP. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tonga's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 1.68 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The ppp conversion factor of Tonga in 2025 was 1.68. This ranks 126th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tonga_ppp-conversion-factor,
title = {Tonga PPP Conversion Factor},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tonga/ppp-conversion-factor/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}