United Arab Emirates GNI per Capita
GNI divided by midyear population NY.GNP.PCAP.CD
United Arab Emirates's gni per capita was $55,341 in 2025, ranked 24th globally. This represents a 7.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1972–2025.
Overview
United Arab Emirates's gni per capita stood at $55,341 in 2025, a rise of +$3,791 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $55,341 by 2025. United Arab Emirates ranked 24th globally.
The United Arab Emirates’ gross national income per capita has risen dramatically over the 54‑year span from 5,160.00 in 1972, the lowest recorded level, to an all‑time peak of 55,341.00 in 2025, placing the nation 24th in the world rankings. This ten‑fold increase reflects the rapid diversification of the Emirati economy away from oil dependence toward finance, tourism, and high‑value services, supported by substantial sovereign wealth investments and liberalised trade policies. While the UAE’s 2025 figure of 55,341.00 trails Austria’s 58,071.00 and Germany’s 58,121.00, it exceeds the United Kingdom’s 53,612.00 and Finland’s 53,506.00, underscoring its emergence among high‑income peers. The sustained upward trajectory suggests that continued reforms in labour mobility, innovation ecosystems, and renewable‑energy projects could further narrow the gap with the top European economies, while any sharp oil‑price volatility or geopolitical tension might temper future gains.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $61,011 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $58,176 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $55,341 | - | - |
| 2025 | $55,341 | +$3,791 | #24 |
| 2024 | $51,550 | +$450 | #22 |
| 2023 | $51,100 | +$4,110 | #25 |
| 2022 | $46,990 | +$3,760 | #28 |
| 2021 | $43,230 | +$1,920 | #31 |
| 2020 | $41,310 | −$5,380 | #27 |
| 2019 | $46,690 | +$2,120 | #23 |
| 2018 | $44,570 | +$2,340 | #24 |
| 2017 | $42,230 | −$3,950 | #24 |
| 2016 | $46,180 | −$3,810 | #18 |
| 2015 | $49,990 | −$3,370 | #16 |
| 2014 | $53,360 | −$420 | #14 |
| 2013 | $53,780 | +$2,600 | #14 |
| 2012 | $51,180 | +$5,570 | #15 |
| 2011 | $45,610 | +$3,230 | #22 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
United Arab Emirates matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gni per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
United Arab Emirates's gni per capita was $55,341 in 2025. Ranked 24th globally. This represents a 7.4% increase from the previous year.
United Arab Emirates's gni per capita peaked at $55,341 in 2025.
The lowest gni per capita in United Arab Emirates was $5,160 in 1972.
United Arab Emirates ranks 24th globally in gni per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.PCAP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
United Arab Emirates's gni per capita is projected to reach $55,341 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gni per capita of United Arab Emirates in 2025 was $55,341. This ranks 24th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_united-arab-emirates_gni-per-capita,
title = {United Arab Emirates GNI per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/united-arab-emirates/gni-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}