GDP per Capita: Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone's gdp per capita is currently $1,033.293 as of 2026. # Sierra Leone GDP per Capita Sierra Leone's GDP per capita reached 1,033.
Current (2026)
$1,033.293
+5.5% y/y
Peak (2026)
$1,033.293
Low (2000)
$326.755
Source
IMF World Economic Outlook
1980–2026 · 51 pts
GDP per Capita — Sierra Leone
1980 — 2026
GDP per Capita — Sierra Leone
Analysis# Sierra Leone GDP per Capita
Sierra Leone's GDP per capita reached 1,033.293 USD in 2026, marking its all-time peak and representing a 35.3% increase since 1980. The nation's per capita income has more than tripled from its lowest point of 326.755 USD in 2000, demonstrating sustained recovery over the past quarter-century. This trajectory reflects gradual economic progress despite significant development challenges.
Recent years reveal volatility with a notable dip to 756.046 USD in 2023, followed by strong recovery through 2024–2026. The 2023 contraction likely reflects external economic pressures, while the subsequent 27.4% rebound over three years signals renewed momentum. Sustained growth from 2024 onward suggests Sierra Leone's economy is on an upward path, though maintaining this trajectory will require continued policy stability and structural reforms.
Historical Data
51 Rows| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2030 | $1,143.153 | +2.91% |
| 2029 | $1,110.823 | +2.59% |
| 2028 | $1,082.741 | +2.18% |
| 2027 | $1,059.627 | +2.55% |
| 2026 | $1,033.293 | +5.49% |
| 2025 | $979.511 | +8.64% |
| 2024 | $901.648 | +19.26% |
| 2023 | $756.046 | -12.10% |
| 2022 | $860.157 | -2.82% |
| 2021 | $885.106 | +4.81% |
| 2020 | $844.456 | +0.16% |
| 2019 | $843.132 | -0.33% |
| 2018 | $845.885 | +7.19% |
| 2017 | $789.13 | -5.83% |
| 2016 | $837.993 | -12.64% |
| 2015 | $959.187 | +1.15% |
| 2014 | $948.288 | -5.47% |
| 2013 | $1,003.213 | +14.37% |
| 2012 | $877.148 | +16.75% |
| 2011 | $751.3 | +12.01% |
Show all 51 rows
| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $670.772 | +7.03% |
| 2009 | $626.712 | -5.90% |
| 2008 | $666.026 | +10.97% |
| 2007 | $600.193 | +7.38% |
| 2006 | $558.944 | +12.33% |
| 2005 | $497.589 | +13.93% |
| 2004 | $436.745 | +1.95% |
| 2003 | $428.381 | +7.03% |
| 2002 | $400.25 | +10.25% |
| 2001 | $363.023 | +11.10% |
| 2000 | $326.755 | -6.24% |
| 1999 | $348.493 | -2.25% |
| 1998 | $356.506 | -21.72% |
| 1997 | $455.422 | -10.22% |
| 1996 | $507.277 | +7.76% |
| 1995 | $470.764 | -4.22% |
| 1994 | $491.526 | +19.12% |
| 1993 | $412.618 | +13.56% |
| 1992 | $363.339 | -12.80% |
| 1991 | $416.697 | +19.27% |
| 1990 | $349.367 | -45.85% |
| 1989 | $645.144 | -10.26% |
| 1988 | $718.879 | +60.49% |
| 1987 | $447.921 | -14.75% |
| 1986 | $525.42 | -26.74% |
| 1985 | $717.241 | -16.56% |
| 1984 | $859.633 | +15.04% |
| 1983 | $747.232 | -15.06% |
| 1982 | $879.697 | +10.13% |
| 1981 | $798.764 | +4.62% |
| 1980 | $763.514 | — |
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