Share of World GDP: El Salvador

Analysis# El Salvador Share of World GDP El Salvador's share of world GDP currently stands at 0.042% in 2026, representing a dramatic decline from its all-time peak of 0.085% in 1980. Over nearly five decades, the country's global economic share has contracted by 50.6%, reflecting its diminished role in international economic output relative to faster-growing economies worldwide. The steepest deterioration occurred during the 1980s and 1990s, driven by civil conflict and structural economic challenges. Since 2020, El Salvador's share has stabilized around 0.042-0.043%, suggesting the downward trajectory has plateaued. Projections through 2026 indicate the country will maintain this modest baseline, with no significant recovery anticipated in the near term.