GDP per Capita: Gambia, The

Analysis# Gambia, The GDP per Capita Gambia's GDP per capita stands at $924.77 in 2026, reflecting a modest recovery from its severe contraction over the past four decades. The nation peaked at $1,007.79 in 1980 but has declined 8.2% since that benchmark, never returning to those early levels. The all-time low of $484.26 struck in 1986, underscoring a period of significant economic hardship that shaped the country's development trajectory. Recent years reveal a consistent upward trend. From 2017 through 2026, GDP per capita climbed steadily from $676.66 to $924.77, gaining nearly 37% over the nine-year period. This sustained growth trajectory suggests Gambia's economy is on a strengthening path, though projections through 2030 indicate the momentum will likely continue at a measured pace, keeping the nation well below its 1980 peak.