Iran GDP (2026)
LiveIran has one of the largest and most diversified economies in the Middle East, supported by energy resources, manufacturing, agriculture, mining, and a broad services sector. The country possesses some of the world's largest reserves of crude oil and natural gas, while also maintaining significant industrial and agricultural production. Its strategic location connects Central Asia, the Persian Gulf, the Caucasus, and South Asia, making it an important regional trade corridor. This page provides the latest Iran GDP data, historical trends, and economic outlook for 2026.
Iran GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Iran's GDP in 2026 is $300.29B.
It ranks #53 among 218 countries.
Iran contributes 0.24% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $3,415 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of -6.10% in 2026.
Iran GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $300,293,000,000 | -6.10% | $3,415 | 0.24% | #53 |
| 2025 | $371,196,000,000 | -1.50% | $4,264 | 0.31% | #44 |
| 2024 | $416,676,000,000 | 3.70% | $4,834 | 0.37% | #39 |
| 2023 | $421,547,000,000 | 5.30% | $4,940 | 0.39% | #37 |
| 2022 | $403,254,000,000 | 4.40% | $4,761 | 0.39% | #40 |
| 2021 | $307,337,000,000 | 4.10% | $3,656 | 0.31% | #45 |
| 2020 | $209,510,000,000 | 4.40% | $2,493 | 0.24% | #50 |
| 2019 | $252,142,000,000 | -2.40% | $3,035 | 0.28% | #47 |
| 2018 | $343,713,000,000 | -3.70% | $4,187 | 0.39% | #40 |
| 2017 | $507,800,000,000 | 3.00% | $6,264 | 0.62% | #26 |
| 2016 | $477,575,000,000 | 6.50% | $5,975 | 0.62% | #25 |
| 2015 | $471,415,000,000 | -1.40% | $5,972 | 0.62% | #26 |
| 2014 | $532,056,000,000 | 5.00% | $6,824 | 0.66% | #27 |
| 2013 | $494,544,000,000 | -1.50% | $6,421 | 0.63% | #28 |
| 2012 | $487,110,000,000 | -3.70% | $6,406 | 0.64% | #28 |
| 2011 | $722,130,000,000 | 5.70% | $9,609 | 0.97% | #20 |
| 2010 | $598,566,000,000 | 5.80% | $8,072 | 0.89% | #20 |
| 2009 | $509,095,000,000 | 1.00% | $6,955 | 0.83% | #20 |
| 2008 | $498,712,000,000 | 0.30% | $6,901 | 0.77% | #24 |
| 2007 | $430,465,000,000 | 8.20% | $6,018 | 0.73% | #22 |
| 2006 | $326,450,000,000 | 5.00% | $4,631 | 0.63% | #27 |
| 2005 | $276,383,000,000 | 3.20% | $3,983 | 0.57% | #28 |
| 2004 | $230,618,000,000 | 4.30% | $3,374 | 0.52% | #30 |
| 2003 | $193,340,000,000 | 8.60% | $2,872 | 0.49% | #30 |
| 2002 | $161,932,000,000 | 8.10% | $2,466 | 0.46% | #29 |
| 2001 | $403,943,000,000 | 2.40% | $6,255 | 1.19% | #15 |
| 2000 | $447,805,000,000 | 5.80% | $7,050 | 1.30% | #14 |
| 1999 | $335,737,000,000 | 2.00% | $5,371 | 1.01% | #16 |
| 1998 | $250,194,000,000 | 2.10% | $4,046 | 0.78% | #24 |
| 1997 | $224,733,000,000 | 1.40% | $3,685 | 0.70% | #25 |
| 1996 | $192,871,000,000 | 6.40% | $3,212 | 0.60% | #26 |
| 1995 | $140,280,000,000 | 2.40% | $2,370 | 0.45% | #32 |
| 1994 | $97,415,000,000 | -1.70% | $1,670 | 0.35% | #37 |
| 1993 | $78,656,000,000 | -1.50% | $1,368 | 0.30% | #37 |
| 1992 | $61,598,000,000 | 3.30% | $1,087 | 0.24% | #40 |
| 1991 | $371,097,000,000 | 12.70% | $6,646 | 1.52% | #12 |
| 1990 | $709,094,000,000 | 13.60% | $13,012 | 3.10% | #7 |
| 1989 | $463,073,000,000 | 6.10% | $8,706 | 2.28% | #8 |
| 1988 | $380,698,000,000 | -6.10% | $7,334 | 1.97% | #9 |
| 1987 | $338,089,000,000 | -0.20% | $6,673 | 1.97% | #8 |
| 1986 | $254,987,000,000 | -9.80% | $5,157 | 1.71% | #10 |
| 1985 | $220,341,000,000 | 1.90% | $4,630 | 1.74% | #12 |
| 1984 | $197,372,000,000 | -7.10% | $4,310 | 1.63% | #12 |
| 1983 | $191,522,000,000 | 11.10% | $4,345 | 1.64% | #10 |
| 1982 | $153,533,000,000 | 23.20% | $3,619 | 1.35% | #15 |
| 1981 | $123,852,000,000 | -5.70% | $3,034 | 1.07% | #18 |
| 1980 | $116,976,000,000 | -21.60% | $2,977 | 1.04% | #20 |
Iran GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $313,330,000,000 | 3.20% | $3,528 | 0.24% | #52 |
| 2028 | $323,130,000,000 | 1.50% | $3,602 | 0.24% | #51 |
| 2029 | $335,486,000,000 | 1.80% | $3,702 | 0.23% | #51 |
| 2030 | $349,527,000,000 | 2.10% | $3,818 | 0.23% | #51 |
| 2031 | $363,953,000,000 | 2.10% | $3,936 | 0.23% | #51 |
Iran Economy Overview
Iran has a diversified economy where services contribute the largest share of GDP, followed by industry, energy, and agriculture. The services sector includes finance, transportation, telecommunications, retail, healthcare, education, and public administration. Oil and natural gas remain major pillars of the economy, generating substantial export earnings and supporting industrial development. The country also has large reserves of minerals, including copper, iron ore, zinc, and other valuable resources.
Manufacturing plays an important role through automobile production, petrochemicals, steel, cement, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and consumer goods. Agriculture remains a significant employer, producing wheat, rice, fruits, vegetables, pistachios, saffron, and livestock products. Investment in renewable energy, transportation infrastructure, domestic manufacturing, and technology continues to support efforts to strengthen economic diversification and improve long-term productivity.
Iran GDP Outlook
Iran's economic outlook is supported by its abundant natural resources, large domestic market, industrial capacity, and ongoing investment in infrastructure and manufacturing. Continued development of non-oil industries, technology, mining, renewable energy, and agriculture could strengthen long-term economic resilience. However, international sanctions, inflation, exchange rate volatility, and external trade restrictions may continue to influence short-term economic performance. Despite these challenges, Iran remains one of the Middle East's largest economies with significant long-term growth potential.