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GDP per capita: 58,499 USD (PPP: 78,841 intl$) · Total GDP: 3.3 billion USD (2023)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Greenland is 2,900 USD per month. This compares to prices and purchasing power compared to the United States.

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Economic performance 2023

Indicator Value Per Capita
GDP 3.33 billion USD 58,499 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 34,800 USD
GDP (PPP) 78,841 intl$

Development of gross domestic product in billions of USD 1970 - 2023

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2023 3.33 58,499
2022 3.15 55,635
2021 3.29 58,136
2020 3.09 54,813
2019 3.00 53,309
2018 3.06 54,545
2017 2.85 50,766
2016 2.71 48,182
2015 2.50 44,536
2014 2.84 50,485
2013 2.68 47,535
2012 2.61 45,937
2011 2.68 47,187
2010 2.50 44,277
2009 2.53 44,919
2008 2.50 44,367
2007 2.25 39,781
2006 2.01 35,458
2005 1.85 32,490
2004 1.82 32,031
2003 1.56 27,467
2002 1.17 20,658
2001 1.09 19,266
2000 1.07 19,009
1999 1.13 20,170
1998 1.15 20,497
1997 1.07 19,146
1996 1.20 21,422
1995 1.21 21,666
1994 1.01 18,124
1993 0.93 16,797
1992 1.04 18,769
1991 1.02 18,315
1990 1.02 18,327
1989 0.93 16,814
1988 0.90 16,398
1987 0.79 14,554
1986 0.60 11,271
1985 0.41 7,761
1984 0.38 7,199
1983 0.42 7,988
1982 0.40 7,814
1981 0.44 8,544
1980 0.48 9,483
1979 0.42 8,481
1978 0.36 7,236
1977 0.28 5,714
1976 0.24 4,845
1975 0.21 4,258
1974 0.17 3,433
1973 0.14 2,860
1972 0.11 2,197
1971 0.09 1,874
1970 0.07 1,498

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Greenland 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 2023

Indicator Greenland Per Capita
Imports 1.70 billion USD (51.1% of GDP)
Exports 1.36 billion USD (40.8% of GDP)

Household debt and deficits 2023

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 Greenland

The Corruption Perceptions Index for 2023 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Greenland in 2023?

The GDP per capita of Greenland is 58,499 USD in 2023. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 78,841 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 Greenland?

The main economic sectors in Greenland 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 Greenland 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 Greenland'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 Greenland'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