Indicators of economy in Low & middle income

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GDP per capita: 6,002 USD (PPP: 15,795 intl$) · Total GDP: 39,397.1 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Low & middle income is 498 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 39,397.10 billion USD 6,002 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 5,971 USD
GDP (PPP) 15,795 intl$

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

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 39,397.10 6,002
2023 38,059.33 5,856
2022 36,965.30 5,742
2021 35,235.42 5,524
2020 29,882.66 4,733
2019 30,863.48 4,943
2018 29,945.95 4,854
2017 28,123.68 4,615
2016 25,722.74 4,275
2015 25,457.29 4,285
2014 26,234.55 4,473
2013 25,061.00 4,330
2012 23,600.26 4,134
2011 22,198.03 3,943
2010 18,849.22 3,394
2009 15,495.76 2,829
2008 15,453.99 2,861
2007 13,011.85 2,442
2006 10,593.35 2,016
2005 8,995.72 1,736
2004 7,615.57 1,491
2003 6,490.14 1,289
2002 5,796.57 1,168
2001 5,681.86 1,162
2000 5,671.24 1,178
1999 5,213.58 1,100
1998 5,415.60 1,161
1997 5,514.48 1,202
1996 5,194.25 1,151
1995 4,678.57 1,055
1994 4,036.35 926
1993 3,598.96 840
1992 3,325.67 791
1991 3,169.38 768
1990 3,263.49 806
1989 2,839.49 716
1988 2,648.57 681
1987 2,482.14 652
1986 2,404.56 645
1985 2,354.53 645
1984 2,267.46 634
1983 2,206.82 630
1982 2,277.77 665
1981 2,310.48 689
1980 2,063.17 628
1979 1,746.17 543
1978 1,506.20 478
1977 1,356.51 440
1976 1,208.28 400
1975 1,123.00 380
1974 1,015.20 351
1973 797.48 282
1972 625.48 227
1971 556.85 207
1970 517.80 197
1969 474.51 185
1968 424.04 170
1967 399.98 164
1966 389.67 164
1965 375.61 162
1964 340.15 150
1963 303.55 137
1962 273.70 127
1961 269.46 128
1960 266.02 128

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Low & middle 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 Low & middle income Per Capita
Imports 9,494.07 billion USD (24.1% of GDP)
Exports 9,651.22 billion USD (24.5% 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 Low & middle 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 4.9%
2024 4.9%
2023 5.0%
2022 5.5%
2021 6.2%
2020 6.7%
2019 5.8%
2018 6.0%
2017 6.0%
2016 6.0%
2015 5.9%
2014 5.7%
2013 5.8%
2012 5.8%
2011 5.8%
2010 5.8%
2009 6.0%
2008 5.8%
2007 5.8%
2006 5.9%
2005 6.1%
2004 6.1%
2003 6.2%
2002 6.2%
2001 6.0%
2000 5.8%
1999 5.9%
1998 5.7%
1997 5.5%
1996 5.5%
1995 5.4%
1994 5.1%
1993 4.9%
1992 4.7%
1991 4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Low & middle income in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Low & middle income is 6,002 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 15,795 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 Low & middle income?

The main economic sectors in Low & middle 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 Low & middle 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 Low & middle 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 Low & middle 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