OMN · Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan /

Location

GDP per capita: 20,285 USD (PPP: 41,740 intl$) · Total GDP: 107.1 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Oman is 1,627 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 107.14 billion USD 20,285 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 19,520 USD
GDP (PPP) 41,740 intl$

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

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 107.14 20,285
2023 106.17 21,028
2022 109.85 23,224
2021 87.32 19,403
2020 75.91 16,785
2019 88.06 19,180
2018 91.51 19,902
2017 80.86 17,820
2016 75.13 17,110
2015 78.71 18,808
2014 92.70 23,161
2013 89.94 23,458
2012 87.41 24,642
2011 77.50 25,188
2010 64.99 23,570
2009 55.45 20,656
2008 69.80 26,577
2007 48.30 18,793
2006 42.58 16,931
2005 35.51 14,435
2004 28.38 11,801
2003 24.73 10,464
2002 23.07 9,869
2001 22.21 9,612
2000 22.26 9,754
1999 17.83 7,915
1998 16.04 7,219
1997 18.04 8,235
1996 17.40 8,068
1995 15.72 7,414
1994 14.72 7,068
1993 14.23 7,039
1992 14.18 7,318
1991 12.92 6,977
1990 13.31 7,546
1989 9.37 5,591
1988 8.39 5,279
1987 7.81 5,204
1986 7.32 5,182
1985 10.01 7,549
1984 8.82 7,070
1983 7.93 6,714
1982 7.55 6,759
1981 7.26 6,866
1980 5.98 5,974
1979 3.73 3,934
1978 2.74 3,044
1977 2.74 3,205
1976 2.56 3,143
1975 2.10 2,692
1974 1.65 2,203
1973 0.48 670
1972 0.37 524
1971 0.30 442
1970 0.26 387
1969 0.24 372
1968 0.19 300
1967 0.11 175
1966 0.07 113
1965 0.06 108
1964 0.06 108
1963 0.06 107
1962 0.06 102
1961 0.05 85
1960 0.04 83

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Oman 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 Oman Per Capita
Imports 52.26 billion USD (48.8% of GDP)
Exports 70.79 billion USD (66.1% 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 Oman

The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) measures the perceived levels of public sector corruption. The scale ranges from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).

Corruption Perceptions Index
45.0
Year: 2024
Corrupt
Scale: 0-100
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 3.3%
2024 3.2%
2023 3.2%
2022 3.3%
2021 1.9%
2020 2.9%
2019 2.0%
2018 1.8%
2017 2.5%
2016 3.3%
2015 3.4%
2014 3.5%
2013 3.6%
2012 3.8%
2011 4.0%
2010 3.9%
2009 4.0%
2008 4.1%
2007 4.3%
2006 4.4%
2005 4.6%
2004 4.7%
2003 4.6%
2002 4.3%
2001 4.3%
2000 4.4%
1999 4.4%
1998 4.3%
1997 4.2%
1996 4.3%
1995 4.2%
1994 4.1%
1993 4.0%
1992 4.2%
1991 4.1%

Inflation rates in percentages 2001 - 2024

Year Inflation Rate (%)
2024 0.6%
2023 1.0%
2022 2.5%
2021 1.7%
2020 -0.4%
2019 0.5%
2018 0.9%
2017 1.6%
2016 1.1%
2015 0.1%
2014 1.0%
2013 1.1%
2012 2.9%
2011 4.0%
2010 3.3%
2009 3.5%
2008 12.4%
2007 5.8%
2006 3.5%
2005 1.9%
2004 0.6%
2003 0.2%
2002 -0.3%
2001 -0.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Oman in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Oman is 20,285 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 41,740 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 Oman?

The main economic sectors in Oman 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 Oman in 2024?

The inflation rate in Oman is 0.6% 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 Oman 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 Oman'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 Oman'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