GIN · Sub-Saharan Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa (excluding high income)

Location

GDP per capita: 1,695 USD (PPP: 4,565 intl$) · Total GDP: 25.0 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Guinea is 120 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 25.01 billion USD 1,695 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 1,440 USD
GDP (PPP) 4,565 intl$

Development of gross domestic product in billions of USD 1970 - 2024

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 25.01 1,695
2023 22.41 1,555
2022 19.91 1,417
2021 17.07 1,245
2020 14.09 1,054
2019 13.44 1,031
2018 11.86 933
2017 10.32 834
2016 8.60 712
2015 8.79 747
2014 8.78 765
2013 8.38 748
2012 7.64 699
2011 6.79 637
2010 6.85 659
2009 6.72 662
2008 6.96 704
2007 6.28 650
2006 4.22 447
2005 4.28 463
2004 5.30 585
2003 5.03 566
2002 4.30 496
2001 4.13 483
2000 4.37 518
1999 5.05 611
1998 5.23 647
1997 5.52 696
1996 5.64 726
1995 5.39 713
1994 4.93 672
1993 4.78 671
1992 4.79 693
1991 4.40 656
1990 3.89 604
1989 3.55 570
1988 3.48 574
1987 2.98 505
1986 2.91 506
1985 22.79 4,062
1984 18.42 3,362
1983 15.13 2,823
1982 11.93 2,273
1981 9.65 1,876
1980 9.75 1,931
1979 8.88 1,790
1978 8.09 1,658
1977 6.91 1,440
1976 6.76 1,431
1975 6.10 1,311
1974 5.69 1,243
1973 5.15 1,143
1972 4.20 948
1971 3.59 825
1970 3.22 753

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Guinea 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 Guinea Per Capita
Imports 14.10 billion USD (56.4% of GDP)
Exports 10.35 billion USD (41.4% 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 Guinea

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 5.2%
2024 5.1%
2023 5.1%
2022 5.2%
2021 5.8%
2020 6.0%
2019 5.0%
2018 4.8%
2017 4.9%
2016 5.0%
2015 5.2%
2014 5.0%
2013 4.9%
2012 4.9%
2011 5.0%
2010 5.0%
2009 4.9%
2008 4.8%
2007 4.8%
2006 4.9%
2005 4.8%
2004 4.7%
2003 4.6%
2002 4.5%
2001 4.6%
2000 4.6%
1999 4.5%
1998 4.5%
1997 4.5%
1996 4.5%
1995 4.5%
1994 4.5%
1993 4.6%
1992 4.6%
1991 4.6%

Inflation rates in percentages 2005 - 2024

Year Inflation Rate (%)
2024 8.1%
2023 7.8%
2022 10.5%
2021 12.6%
2020 10.6%
2019 9.5%
2018 9.8%
2017 8.9%
2016 8.2%
2015 11.8%
2014 6.2%
2013 11.9%
2012 15.2%
2011 21.3%
2010 15.1%
2009 4.7%
2008 23.1%
2007 18.2%
2006 34.7%
2005 31.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Guinea in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Guinea is 1,695 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 4,565 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 Guinea?

The main economic sectors in Guinea 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.

What is the inflation rate in Guinea in 2024?

The inflation rate in Guinea is 8.1% in 2024. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

Explore key economic indicators of Guinea 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 Guinea'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 Guinea'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