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Vanuatu GDP per Capita PPP

GDP per capita based on PPP  NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD

$2,996 −$610 (-16.9%)
Year 2025 Rank #172 Global Peak $3,606 (2024) Source World Bank

Vanuatu GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

Vanuatu's gdp per capita ppp stood at $2,996 in 2025, a decline of +$610 from 2024. The IMF projects $2,996 by 2025. Vanuatu ranked 172nd globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $3,123 - -
2029* IMF $3,099 - -
2028* IMF $3,078 - -
2027* IMF $3,061 - -
2026* IMF $3,032 - -
2025* IMF $2,996 - -
2025 $2,996 −$610 #172
2024 $3,606 +$631 #174
2023 $3,568 +$662 #174
2022 $3,453 +$785 #176
2021 $3,136 +$456 #178
2020 $3,118 +$239 #177
2019 $3,315 +$508 #173
2018 $3,233 +$505 #173
2017 $3,146 +$520 #174
2016 $3,030 +$480 #172
2015 $2,966 +$480 #173
2014 $2,890 +$453 #173
2013 $2,832 +$392 #172
2012 $2,834 +$408 #168
2011 $2,816 +$458 #169
Show all years (1980-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +21.6% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 7.8%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Vanuatu matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. 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

What is Vanuatu's gdp per capita ppp?

Vanuatu's gdp per capita ppp was $2,996 in 2025. Ranked 172nd globally. This represents a 16.9% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Vanuatu?

Vanuatu's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $3,606 in 2024.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Vanuatu?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Vanuatu was $944 in 1980.

How does Vanuatu rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Vanuatu ranks 172nd globally in gdp per capita ppp as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp per capita ppp?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp per capita ppp of Vanuatu in 2025?

Vanuatu's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $2,996 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp per capita ppp of Vanuatu in 2025?

The gdp per capita ppp of Vanuatu in 2025 was $2,996. This ranks 172nd in the world.

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