GDP per Capita (PPP): Congo, Dem. Rep. of the

Analysis# Congo, Dem. Rep. of the GDP per Capita (PPP) The Democratic Republic of the Congo's GDP per capita (PPP) reached 2,049.503 international dollars in 2026, marking its all-time peak. Since 1980, the country has achieved 108% growth, recovering substantially from its low of 520.011 international dollars in 2001. The current figure reflects steady economic progress after decades of volatility tied to political instability and resource management challenges. A dramatic acceleration began in 2017, when GDP per capita stood at 1,101.363 international dollars. Over the following nine years, growth accelerated consistently, with annual increases averaging roughly 120–150 international dollars. The trajectory from 2020 onward—rising from 1,280.05 to 2,049.503—suggests strengthening economic fundamentals, likely driven by mining sector recovery and improved macroeconomic conditions.