ZWE · Sub-Saharan Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa (excluding high income)

Location

GDP per capita: 2,497 USD (PPP: 5,928 intl$) · Total GDP: 41.5 billion USD (2024)

Income and purchasing power

The average monthly income in Zimbabwe is 200 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 41.54 billion USD 2,497 USD
Gross National Product (GNI) 2,400 USD
GDP (PPP) 5,928 intl$

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

Year GDP (billions USD) GDP per capita (USD)
2024 41.54 2,497
2023 35.87 2,195
2022 40.76 2,536
2021 41.29 2,614
2020 31.98 2,060
2019 33.36 2,184
2018 34.14 2,271
2017 51.04 3,445
2016 20.56 1,408
2015 19.97 1,387
2014 19.51 1,373
2013 19.10 1,363
2012 17.12 1,239
2011 14.11 1,038
2010 12.05 902
2009 9.67 736
2008 4.42 341
2007 5.29 414
2006 5.45 431
2005 5.76 461
2004 5.81 470
2003 5.73 468
2002 6.35 525
2001 6.78 566
2000 6.69 563
1999 6.86 582
1998 6.41 552
1997 8.53 751
1996 8.56 767
1995 7.12 648
1994 6.89 634
1993 6.57 605
1992 6.76 631
1991 8.65 831
1990 8.79 867
1989 8.29 840
1988 7.82 816
1987 6.74 726
1986 6.22 693
1985 5.64 649
1984 6.36 757
1983 7.77 959
1982 8.54 1,096
1981 8.02 1,069
1980 6.68 949
1979 5.18 779
1978 4.35 665
1977 4.37 677
1976 4.32 687
1975 4.37 717
1974 3.98 674
1973 3.31 579
1972 2.68 483
1971 2.18 406
1970 1.89 361
1969 1.75 346
1968 1.48 302
1967 1.40 294
1966 1.28 279
1965 1.31 294
1964 1.22 282
1963 1.16 277
1962 1.12 276
1961 1.10 279
1960 1.05 277

Largest economic sectors

The main economic sectors in Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe Per Capita
Imports 9.74 billion USD (23.4% of GDP)
Exports 7.50 billion USD (18.0% of GDP)

Household debt and deficits 2024

Indicator Zimbabwe
Household debt 22.98 billion USD (55.3% of GDP)

Corruption in Zimbabwe

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 9.3%
2024 9.4%
2023 9.3%
2022 10.1%
2021 9.5%
2020 8.6%
2019 7.4%
2018 6.8%
2017 6.4%
2016 5.9%
2015 5.4%
2014 4.8%
2013 4.9%
2012 5.1%
2011 5.4%
2010 5.5%
2009 5.5%
2008 5.4%
2007 5.0%
2006 4.8%
2005 4.6%
2004 4.4%
2003 4.7%
2002 5.0%
2001 5.3%
2000 5.7%
1999 6.0%
1998 6.4%
1997 6.9%
1996 6.2%
1995 5.6%
1994 5.0%
1993 5.0%
1992 4.9%
1991 4.8%

Inflation rates in percentages 2010 - 2022

Year Inflation Rate (%)
2022 104.7%
2021 98.5%
2020 557.2%
2019 255.3%
2018 10.6%
2017 0.9%
2016 -1.5%
2015 -2.4%
2014 -0.2%
2013 1.6%
2012 3.7%
2011 3.5%
2010 3.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GDP per capita of Zimbabwe in 2024?

The GDP per capita of Zimbabwe is 2,497 USD in 2024. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita is 5,928 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 Zimbabwe?

The main economic sectors in Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe in 2022?

The inflation rate in Zimbabwe is 104.7% in 2022. 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 Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe'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 Zimbabwe'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