Trinidad and Tobago GDP per Capita PPP
GDP per capita based on PPP NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita ppp was $35,900 in 2025, ranked 64th globally. This represents a 1.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita ppp stood at $35,900 in 2025, a decline of +$429 from 2024. The IMF projects $35,900 by 2025. Trinidad and Tobago ranked 64th globally.
Trinidad and Tobago’s GDP per capita measured in purchasing‑power‑parity terms has risen dramatically from the 1980 baseline of 5,998.43 to a 2025 level of 35,899.58, placing the nation 64th in the world. The long‑term trajectory features a deep trough in 1988 at 5,891.58, followed by a sustained expansion that culminated in an all‑time peak of 36,328.51 in 2024. Over the 46‑year span, the island state has closed the gap with peers such as Chile, whose 2025 figure stands at 35,286.47, and narrowly trails Uruguay at 37,190.13, indicating convergence with upper‑middle‑income economies in the region. The upward momentum reflects structural diversification, higher energy export revenues and modest improvements in human capital. Continued investment in renewable energy and technology‑driven industries will be crucial to preserve the recent gains and prevent a reversal of the positive trend.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita PPP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $42,884 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $41,539 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $39,865 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $38,204 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $36,814 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $35,900 | - | - |
| 2025 | $35,900 | −$429 | #64 |
| 2024 | $36,329 | +$2,986 | #67 |
| 2023 | $34,623 | +$2,776 | #68 |
| 2022 | $32,979 | +$3,348 | #69 |
| 2021 | $30,482 | +$4,377 | #66 |
| 2020 | $26,731 | −$1,933 | #69 |
| 2019 | $29,316 | +$1,275 | #66 |
| 2018 | $28,673 | +$753 | #65 |
| 2017 | $28,484 | −$485 | #62 |
| 2016 | $28,232 | −$2,968 | #59 |
| 2015 | $29,825 | −$1,396 | #52 |
| 2014 | $32,027 | +$2,238 | #48 |
| 2013 | $31,746 | +$3,223 | #47 |
| 2012 | $31,883 | +$4,948 | #46 |
| 2011 | $31,078 | +$4,476 | #47 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Trinidad and Tobago matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2014. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp per capita ppp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita ppp was $35,900 in 2025. Ranked 64th globally. This represents a 1.2% decrease from the previous year.
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $36,329 in 2024.
The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Trinidad and Tobago was $5,892 in 1988.
Trinidad and Tobago ranks 64th 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.
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $35,900 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita ppp of Trinidad and Tobago in 2025 was $35,900. This ranks 64th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_trinidad-and-tobago_gdp-per-capita-ppp,
title = {Trinidad and Tobago GDP per Capita PPP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/trinidad-and-tobago/gdp-per-capita-ppp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}