South Africa GDP per Capita
$6,598▲ +$331
Dec 2025 · Annual
South Africa's GDP per capita in current USD reached 6597.71 in 2025, up from 6267.19 in the previous year. The value remains below the all-time high of 8646.06 recorded in 2011. The series spans from 1960 to 2025.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6,598 | $6,267 | $8,646Dec 2011 | $532Dec 1960 | 1960 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP | $427.2B | $401.1B | $458.2B | $8.7B | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP per Capita PPP | Int$15,906 | Int$15,479 | Int$15,906 | Int$6,275 | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
GDP per Capita in South Africa averaged $5,335 from 1960 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of $8,646 in Dec 2011 and a record low of $532 in Dec 1960. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
GDP per capita is measured in current US dollars, representing the total output per person. It is reported annually and covers the period from 1960 to 2025. The data are compiled from national accounts and population estimates.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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