Indicators of economy in Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC)

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GDP per capita: 1,216 USD (PPP: 3,612 intl$) · Total GDP: 1,145.1 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) is 95 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 1,145.11 billion USD 1,216 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 1,138 USD
GDP (PPP) 3,612 intl$

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

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 1,145.11 1,216
2023 1,060.32 1,156
2022 1,002.50 1,121
2021 924.42 1,061
2020 816.03 963
2019 811.37 984
2018 790.37 985
2017 735.07 943
2016 677.20 895
2015 674.61 917
2014 705.47 987
2013 667.31 961
2012 595.16 881
2011 573.52 873
2010 518.75 812
2009 475.21 765
2008 481.62 797
2007 404.37 688
2006 338.99 593
2005 288.59 520
2004 249.57 462
2003 216.61 413
2002 190.89 375
2001 175.88 355
2000 181.93 377
1999 168.43 359
1998 167.62 368
1997 161.93 365
1996 154.69 359
1995 141.40 338
1994 121.51 299
1993 142.05 360
1992 136.84 358
1991 180.01 485
1990 165.45 457
1989 144.13 409
1988 141.56 413
1987 134.51 404
1986 126.22 390
1985 137.20 435
1984 130.64 426
1983 128.22 429
1982 129.28 445
1981 127.91 452
1980 127.26 459
1979 114.93 425
1978 104.62 398
1977 89.89 352
1976 77.59 312
1975 72.35 299
1974 64.26 273
1973 54.55 238
1972 44.56 200
1971 40.10 184
1970 37.18 176
1969 38.50 187
1968 34.99 175
1967 32.49 167
1966 32.97 173
1965 30.41 164
1964 26.88 149
1963 28.89 164
1962 24.60 143
1961 22.63 135
1960 21.92 134

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) 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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) Per Capita
Imports 342.80 billion USD (29.9% of GDP)
Exports 264.29 billion USD (23.1% 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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC)

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 4.1%
2024 4.1%
2023 4.2%
2022 4.4%
2021 4.9%
2020 5.0%
2019 4.3%
2018 4.3%
2017 4.4%
2016 4.4%
2015 4.4%
2014 4.3%
2013 4.3%
2012 4.6%
2011 4.7%
2010 4.8%
2009 4.6%
2008 4.5%
2007 4.5%
2006 4.6%
2005 4.7%
2004 4.9%
2003 5.0%
2002 5.0%
2001 5.1%
2000 5.1%
1999 5.1%
1998 5.0%
1997 4.9%
1996 5.0%
1995 5.0%
1994 5.2%
1993 5.2%
1992 5.2%
1991 5.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) is 1,216 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 3,612 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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC)?

The main economic sectors in Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) 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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC) 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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC)'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 Heavily indebted poor countries (HIPC)'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