Indicators of economy in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)

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GDP per capita: 10,397 USD (PPP: 23,248 intl$) · Total GDP: 22,260.8 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) is 886 USD per month. This compares to prices and purchasing power compared to the United States.

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Economic performance 2024

Indicator Value Per Capita
GDP 22,260.81 billion USD 10,397 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 10,630 USD
GDP (PPP) 23,248 intl$

Development of gross domestic product in billions of USD 1960 - 2024

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 22,260.81 10,397
2023 21,644.41 10,126
2022 21,563.88 10,107
2021 21,231.43 9,975
2020 17,805.17 8,391
2019 17,503.27 8,286
2018 16,902.11 8,046
2017 15,115.63 7,242
2016 13,844.12 6,683
2015 13,548.90 6,590
2014 13,004.69 6,374
2013 12,047.51 5,953
2012 10,905.34 5,435
2011 9,774.26 4,914
2010 8,008.61 4,058
2009 6,581.35 3,360
2008 6,062.02 3,118
2007 4,787.05 2,481
2006 3,783.28 1,977
2005 3,140.09 1,654
2004 2,712.36 1,440
2003 2,337.90 1,251
2002 2,063.86 1,114
2001 1,862.93 1,015
2000 1,748.62 961
1999 1,587.77 882
1998 1,441.28 809
1997 1,576.77 896
1996 1,523.11 876
1995 1,325.74 772
1994 1,074.48 634
1993 892.45 534
1992 812.99 493
1991 724.65 446
1990 667.41 417
1989 622.84 395
1988 576.13 372
1987 519.03 341
1986 525.18 351
1985 526.60 358
1984 480.92 332
1983 443.84 311
1982 423.85 303
1981 403.55 293
1980 377.95 279
1979 327.59 245
1978 282.92 215
1977 291.53 225
1976 252.94 199
1975 248.77 199
1974 221.67 180
1973 195.62 163
1972 155.52 132
1971 136.58 119
1970 127.18 114
1969 114.22 105
1968 101.58 96
1967 100.47 98
1966 103.48 103
1965 94.59 97
1964 81.18 85
1963 70.29 76
1962 64.99 72
1961 71.25 80
1960 80.89 90

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) play a crucial role in the country's economic development and prosperity. These industries contribute significantly to GDP, employment, and overall economic stability.

Primary Sectors

  • Banking and financial services
  • Construction and real estate
  • Manufacturing (metals, steel)
  • Information technology

Supporting Sectors

  • Logistics and transportation
  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Agriculture and food processing
  • Energy and utilities

Note: Detailed sector breakdown data is being collected and will be updated soon.

Imports and Exports 2024

Indicator East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) Per Capita
Imports 4,835.43 billion USD (21.7% of GDP)
Exports 5,384.63 billion USD (24.2% of GDP)

Household debt and deficits 2024

Data on government debt, budget deficit/surplus, and household debt is being collected.

Note: Household debt data represents domestic credit to private sector (% of GDP) from World Bank. This indicator includes credit to both households and non-financial corporations, providing an approximation of household debt levels.

Corruption in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)

The Corruption Perceptions Index for 2024 will be displayed here once the data is available. This section will show the country's ranking and trends in corruption perception.

Data source: Transparency International

Unemployment rates in percentages 1991 - 2025

The unemployment rate is calculated as the percentage of unemployed persons in the total labor force. Data source: ILOSTAT

Year Unemployment Rate (%)
2025 3.9%
2024 3.9%
2023 4.0%
2022 4.2%
2021 4.1%
2020 4.4%
2019 3.9%
2018 3.8%
2017 3.9%
2016 4.0%
2015 4.1%
2014 4.1%
2013 4.1%
2012 4.1%
2011 4.1%
2010 4.2%
2009 4.4%
2008 4.4%
2007 4.4%
2006 4.4%
2005 4.5%
2004 4.4%
2003 4.4%
2002 4.2%
2001 3.9%
2000 3.4%
1999 3.5%
1998 3.4%
1997 3.2%
1996 3.1%
1995 3.0%
1994 2.9%
1993 2.6%
1992 2.4%
1991 2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) in 2024?

The GDP per capita of East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) is 10,397 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 23,248 international dollars. This indicator measures the economic output per person and is a key metric for comparing economic prosperity across countries.

What are the main industries in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)?

The main economic sectors in East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) include banking and financial services, construction and real estate, manufacturing (metals, steel), and information technology. Supporting sectors include logistics and transportation, tourism and hospitality, agriculture and food processing, and energy and utilities. These industries contribute significantly to GDP, employment, and overall economic stability.

Explore key economic indicators of East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income) including GDP, inflation, unemployment, and trade data. This page provides up-to-date statistics and visual insights based on official international sources such as World Bank, IMF, and ILO.

Our comprehensive database allows you to compare East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)'s economic performance with other countries and understand global economic trends. Access current economic indicators, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)'s economic landscape. For demographic data, visit our population statistics section.

Data Sources

All economic data presented on this page is sourced from reputable international organizations and updated regularly.

  • World Bank: GDP, inflation, unemployment, trade, and economic indicators
  • IMF (International Monetary Fund): Economic indicators and financial statistics
  • OECD: Economic and social statistics
  • Transparency International: Corruption perception index
  • Numbeo: Cost of living data

Data is updated monthly. Last update: June 2026