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GDP per capita: 15,383 USD (PPP: 28,616 intl$) · Total GDP: 310.6 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Small states is 1,181 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 310.64 billion USD 15,383 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 14,173 USD
GDP (PPP) 28,616 intl$

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

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 310.64 15,383
2023 287.37 14,346
2022 270.72 13,636
2021 244.18 12,429
2020 208.80 10,723
2019 231.34 11,990
2018 230.12 12,058
2017 213.27 11,305
2016 195.79 10,486
2015 193.08 10,447
2014 208.78 11,414
2013 201.58 11,132
2012 194.40 10,845
2011 193.34 10,894
2010 172.48 9,814
2009 161.75 9,297
2008 189.08 10,975
2007 171.44 10,056
2006 145.91 8,650
2005 129.92 7,780
2004 115.42 6,954
2003 99.64 6,061
2002 83.41 5,133
2001 77.52 4,839
2000 76.52 4,847
1999 74.26 4,731
1998 70.25 4,496
1997 69.06 4,474
1996 65.82 4,316
1995 63.08 4,181
1994 55.02 3,675
1993 51.48 3,470
1992 53.26 3,614
1991 50.02 3,424
1990 47.94 3,334
1989 41.50 2,933
1988 41.03 2,946
1987 38.73 2,825
1986 33.62 2,492
1985 35.76 2,694
1984 36.20 2,771
1983 35.76 2,777
1982 37.65 2,968
1981 37.08 2,969
1980 37.30 3,033
1979 26.70 2,206
1978 20.87 1,751
1977 18.12 1,545
1976 15.05 1,304
1975 13.76 1,211
1974 12.70 1,134
1973 7.98 722
1972 6.35 584
1971 5.47 511
1970 4.89 465

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Small states 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 Small states Per Capita
Imports 222.37 billion USD (71.6% of GDP)
Exports 232.74 billion USD (74.9% 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 Small states

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 7.8%
2024 7.7%
2023 7.7%
2022 8.2%
2021 8.8%
2020 9.2%
2019 7.8%
2018 8.1%
2017 8.3%
2016 8.7%
2015 8.8%
2014 9.2%
2013 9.4%
2012 9.3%
2011 9.3%
2010 9.6%
2009 9.5%
2008 8.0%
2007 8.2%
2006 8.7%
2005 9.6%
2004 9.8%
2003 10.2%
2002 9.8%
2001 10.2%
2000 10.4%
1999 10.4%
1998 10.1%
1997 10.3%
1996 10.4%
1995 10.5%
1994 10.6%
1993 10.7%
1992 10.1%
1991 9.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Small states in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Small states is 15,383 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 28,616 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 Small states?

The main economic sectors in Small states 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 Small states 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 Small states'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 Small states'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