Uganda GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
Uganda's gni per capita was $1,073 in 2025, ranked 181st globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1984–2025.
Overview
Uganda's gni per capita stood at $1,073 in 2025, a rise of +$53 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,073 by 2025. Uganda ranked 181st globally.
Uganda’s gross national income per capita has risen from a trough of 170.00 in 1984 to an all‑time peak of 1,073.00 in 2025, placing the country 181st in the global ranking and positioning it just above Mali (1,061.00) and below Rwanda (1,128.00). Over the 42‑year coverage period the indicator shows a sustained upward trajectory, reflecting modest diversification of the agricultural base, incremental expansion of services, and gradual improvement in fiscal stability. The growth path, however, remains modest compared to regional peers such as Rwanda, whose higher per‑capita income signals more rapid industrialisation and stronger integration into global value chains. Persistent constraints, including limited infrastructure, reliance on primary commodity exports and vulnerability to climate shocks, keep Uganda’s GNI per capita well below the East African average. Continued investment in human capital, energy access and value‑added processing could accelerate the upward trend, while adverse external shocks would risk flattening the gains achieved to date.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $1,175 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $1,124 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,073 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,073 | +$53 | #181 |
| 2024 | $1,020 | +$50 | #174 |
| 2023 | $970 | +$40 | #183 |
| 2022 | $930 | +$70 | #185 |
| 2021 | $860 | +$40 | #185 |
| 2020 | $820 | +$10 | #185 |
| 2019 | $810 | +$40 | #188 |
| 2018 | $770 | +$10 | #186 |
| 2017 | $760 | −$50 | #185 |
| 2016 | $810 | −$40 | #182 |
| 2015 | $850 | +$20 | #184 |
| 2014 | $830 | +$20 | #184 |
| 2013 | $810 | −$20 | #183 |
| 2012 | $830 | −$30 | #179 |
| 2011 | $860 | +$180 | #177 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda's gni per capita was $1,073 in 2025. Ranked 181st globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from the previous year.
Uganda's gni per capita peaked at $1,073 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in Uganda was $170 in 1984.
Uganda ranks 181st globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Uganda's gni per capita is projected to reach $1,073 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of Uganda in 2025 was $1,073. This ranks 181st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uganda_gni-per-capita,
title = {Uganda GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}