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Zambia GDP per Capita PPP

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

$4,503 +$289 (+6.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #158 Global Peak $4,503 (2025) Source World Bank

Zambia GDP per Capita PPP (1980–2025)

Overview

Zambia's gdp per capita ppp stood at $4,503 in 2025, a rise of +$289 from 2024. The IMF projects $4,503 by 2025. Zambia ranked 158th globally.

Data & projection

Year GDP per Capita PPP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $5,653 - -
2029* IMF $5,430 - -
2028* IMF $5,221 - -
2027* IMF $5,013 - -
2026* IMF $4,750 - -
2025* IMF $4,503 - -
2025 $4,503 +$289 #158
2024 $4,215 +$104 #170
2023 $4,077 +$211 #171
2022 $3,841 +$314 #173
2021 $3,503 +$324 #172
2020 $3,157 −$228 #176
2019 $3,361 −$107 #172
2018 $3,442 +$23 #170
2017 $3,392 +$43 #169
2016 $3,313 +$15 #168
2015 $3,337 +$59 #165
2014 $3,441 +$262 #162
2013 $3,477 +$403 #161
2012 $3,324 +$424 #160
2011 $3,228 +$445 #158
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 +128.8% GDP growth 6.2% C/A balance 11.9%
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

Zambia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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 Zambia's gdp per capita ppp?

Zambia's gdp per capita ppp was $4,503 in 2025. Ranked 158th globally. This represents a 6.8% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp per capita ppp in Zambia?

Zambia's gdp per capita ppp peaked at $4,503 in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp per capita ppp in Zambia?

The lowest gdp per capita ppp in Zambia was $1,248 in 1980.

How does Zambia rank in gdp per capita ppp?

Zambia ranks 158th 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 Zambia in 2025?

Zambia's gdp per capita ppp is projected to reach $4,503 by 2025 based on IMF projection.

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

The gdp per capita ppp of Zambia in 2025 was $4,503. This ranks 158th in the world.

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