GDP per Capita: Afghanistan

Analysis# Afghanistan GDP per Capita Afghanistan's GDP per capita stood at $416.85 USD in 2024, representing roughly 63% of its 2012 peak of $666.09 USD. Despite this decline from its historical high, the metric has more than doubled since 2002, when it reached $201.05 USD—marking a 100.5% increase over the 22-year period. The nation's per capita income remains fragile, vulnerable to political and economic instability. The most dramatic deterioration occurred between 2021 and 2022, when GDP per capita plummeted from $356.06 to $355.41 USD following major political upheaval. A modest recovery began in 2023 and continued into 2024, with the metric climbing to $416.85 USD. This recent stabilization suggests potential economic consolidation, though Afghanistan's per capita income remains substantially below its 2012 benchmark, indicating persistent structural challenges.