Trinidad and Tobago GDP per Capita
GDP divided by midyear population NY.GDP.PCAP.CD
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita was $18,121 in 2025, ranked 66th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita stood at $18,121 in 2025, a decline of +$613 from 2024. The IMF projects $18,121 by 2025. Trinidad and Tobago ranked 66th globally.
Trinidad and Tobago’s GDP per capita has risen dramatically from a low of 633.98 in 1960 to 18,120.73 in 2025, placing the nation 66th in the world. The upward trajectory accelerated after the oil‑price boom of the 1970s, peaked at 21,908.30 in 2014, and then moderated as global commodity prices softened and domestic diversification lagged. Compared with peers of similar ranking, the country’s 2025 figure is just below Türkiye’s 18,197.58 and above the Russian Federation’s 17,445.75, reflecting a comparable level of income despite a smaller population and a more limited industrial base. Persistent reliance on energy exports makes the economy vulnerable to external shocks, while recent reforms in tourism and services aim to broaden the tax base. If these structural adjustments succeed, Trinidad and Tobago could sustain modest per‑capita growth and possibly close the gap with higher‑ranked peers in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $21,022 | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $20,562 | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $19,921 | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $19,207 | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $18,562 | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $18,121 | - | - |
| 2025 | $18,121 | −$613 | #66 |
| 2024 | $18,733 | +$1,117 | #69 |
| 2023 | $18,308 | −$1,733 | #71 |
| 2022 | $20,751 | +$3,532 | #66 |
| 2021 | $17,713 | +$2,787 | #73 |
| 2020 | $15,284 | −$1,547 | #72 |
| 2019 | $17,213 | +$29 | #72 |
| 2018 | $17,571 | +$353 | #70 |
| 2017 | $17,566 | +$417 | #67 |
| 2016 | $17,449 | −$2,138 | #64 |
| 2015 | $19,887 | −$1,748 | #57 |
| 2014 | $21,908 | +$810 | #58 |
| 2013 | $21,305 | +$1,118 | #59 |
| 2012 | $20,332 | +$1,031 | #60 |
| 2011 | $19,151 | +$2,194 | #63 |
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 improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita was $18,121 in 2025. Ranked 66th globally. This represents a 3.3% decrease from the previous year.
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita peaked at $21,908 in 2014.
The lowest gdp per capita in Trinidad and Tobago was $634 in 1960.
Trinidad and Tobago ranks 66th globally in gdp per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Trinidad and Tobago's gdp per capita is projected to reach $18,121 by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp per capita of Trinidad and Tobago in 2025 was $18,121. This ranks 66th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Trinidad and Tobago GDP per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/trinidad-and-tobago/gdp-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}