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GDP per capita: 25,104 USD (PPP: 51,263 intl$) · Total GDP: 917.8 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Poland is 1,799 USD per month. This compares to prices and purchasing power compared to the United States.

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Cost of Living

Cost of living indices are relative to New York City (NYC = 100). Lower index means lower costs. Data as of November 2025.

Cost of Living Index
42.0
Est. monthly cost: $1,470
58.0% cheaper than NYC
Rent Index
18.0
1-bedroom, center: $504/month
82.0% cheaper than NYC
Groceries Index
45.0
Per person/month: $203
55.0% cheaper than NYC
Restaurant Price Index
48.0
Mid-range meal: $11
Purchasing Power Index
65.0
35.0% lower than NYC
(Higher is better)

How to read: All indices are relative to New York City (NYC = 100). An index of 70 means costs are 30% lower than NYC. Estimated prices are calculated based on NYC reference prices.

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Economic performance 2024

Indicator Value Per Capita
GDP 917.77 billion USD 25,104 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 21,590 USD
GDP (PPP) 51,263 intl$

Development of gross domestic product in billions of USD 1990 - 2024

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 917.77 25,104
2023 812.45 22,145
2022 695.61 18,891
2021 689.17 18,636
2020 605.91 16,151
2019 602.68 15,875
2018 594.62 15,658
2017 528.36 13,913
2016 473.26 12,464
2015 480.05 12,638
2014 542.13 14,262
2013 518.18 13,622
2012 498.15 13,087
2011 527.85 13,868
2010 478.11 12,568
2009 440.89 11,556
2008 535.61 14,049
2007 429.72 11,273
2006 345.90 9,069
2005 307.00 8,044
2004 256.27 6,712
2003 218.56 5,721
2002 199.69 5,223
2001 191.82 5,015
2000 172.95 4,521
1999 170.70 4,416
1998 175.28 4,534
1997 159.89 4,137
1996 160.81 4,164
1995 142.84 3,701
1994 110.80 2,875
1993 96.04 2,497
1992 94.34 2,459
1991 85.50 2,236
1990 65.98 1,731

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Poland 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 Poland Per Capita
Imports 442.18 billion USD (48.2% of GDP)
Exports 478.89 billion USD (52.2% of GDP)

Household debt and deficits 2024

Indicator Poland
Government debt 554.83 billion USD (60.5% of GDP)

Corruption in Poland

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
54.0
Year: 2024
Moderate
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 3.0%
2024 2.8%
2023 2.7%
2022 2.8%
2021 3.3%
2020 3.2%
2019 3.3%
2018 3.8%
2017 4.9%
2016 6.1%
2015 7.5%
2014 9.0%
2013 10.3%
2012 10.0%
2011 9.6%
2010 9.6%
2009 8.1%
2008 7.1%
2007 9.6%
2006 13.8%
2005 17.6%
2004 18.8%
2003 19.9%
2002 20.2%
2001 18.4%
2000 14.9%
1999 12.3%
1998 9.9%
1997 11.0%
1996 12.7%
1995 13.7%
1994 14.8%
1993 14.4%
1992 13.6%
1991 13.6%

Inflation rates in percentages 1971 - 2024

Year Inflation Rate (%)
2024 3.8%
2023 11.5%
2022 14.4%
2021 5.1%
2020 3.4%
2019 2.2%
2018 1.8%
2017 2.1%
2016 -0.7%
2015 -0.9%
2014 0.1%
2013 1.0%
2012 3.6%
2011 4.2%
2010 2.6%
2009 3.8%
2008 4.2%
2007 2.5%
2006 1.3%
2005 2.2%
2004 3.4%
2003 0.7%
2002 1.9%
2001 5.4%
2000 9.9%
1999 7.2%
1998 11.6%
1997 14.9%
1996 19.8%
1995 28.0%
1994 33.0%
1993 37.0%
1992 46.1%
1991 76.8%
1990 567.9%
1989 244.6%
1988 58.7%
1987 26.4%
1986 16.5%
1985 11.5%
1984 15.4%
1983 25.5%
1982 103.6%
1981 19.1%
1980 9.7%
1979 7.0%
1978 8.1%
1977 4.9%
1976 4.4%
1975 2.3%
1974 7.1%
1973 2.5%
1972 -0.1%
1971 1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Poland in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Poland is 25,104 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 51,263 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 Poland?

The main economic sectors in Poland 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 Poland in 2024?

The inflation rate in Poland is 3.8% 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 Poland 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 Poland'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 Poland'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