Global Average GDP Per Capita

Last updated: January 12, 2026

$12,800

USD

The global average GDP per capita is approximately $12,800. This measures the average economic output per person and is a key indicator of economic development.

Historical Trend

Source: World Bank

Global Average GDP Per Capita by Country

Country	Value (USD) ↓	Source
Switzerland	93,260	World Bank
Singapore	82,808	World Bank
United States	80,035	World Bank
Australia	63,530	ABS
Netherlands	57,430	CBS
Canada	52,960	StatCan
Germany	51,380	Destatis
United Arab Emirates	50,600	World Bank
United Kingdom	46,370	ONS
France	43,660	INSEE
Japan	33,950	World Bank
South Korea	32,420	World Bank
Saudi Arabia	30,400	World Bank
China	12,720	NBS
Russia	12,570	Rosstat
Brazil	9,670	IBGE
South Africa	6,190	Stats SA
India	2,730	World Bank
Nigeria	2,180	NBS
Pakistan	1,560	PBS

Why This Average Exists

GDP per capita normalizes economic output by population, allowing meaningful comparisons between countries of vastly different sizes.

Factors That Affect Global Average GDP Per Capita

Natural resources
Trade policies
Institutional quality
Technology adoption
Geographic advantages
Human capital

Methodology & Data Sources

The data presented on this page is compiled from publicly available datasets published by international organizations including the World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations, NASA, and national statistical agencies.

Global averages are calculated using population-weighted or arithmetic means depending on the metric. Country-level data reflects the most recent available figures, typically from 2024–2024. Where gaps exist, the latest available data point is used.

All figures are subject to revision as source organizations update their datasets. For the most authoritative data, we encourage consulting the original sources linked in the table above.