Uruguay GDP (2026)
LiveUruguay has a stable and relatively high-income South American economy based on agriculture, food exports, services, renewable electricity, logistics, and technology. Strong institutions and a well-developed social framework have helped create a predictable environment for domestic and international business. This page covers Uruguay GDP figures, historical performance, and the economic outlook for 2026.
Uruguay GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Uruguay's GDP in 2026 is $96.09B.
It ranks #84 among 218 countries.
Uruguay contributes 0.08% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $27,608 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 1.80% in 2026.
Uruguay GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $96,092,000,000 | 1.80% | $27,608 | 0.08% | #83 |
| 2025 | $85,575,000,000 | 1.80% | $24,549 | 0.07% | #85 |
| 2024 | $82,323,000,000 | 3.30% | $23,576 | 0.07% | #82 |
| 2023 | $79,214,000,000 | 0.80% | $22,656 | 0.07% | #82 |
| 2022 | $71,247,000,000 | 4.60% | $20,347 | 0.07% | #81 |
| 2021 | $60,742,000,000 | 5.80% | $17,314 | 0.06% | #84 |
| 2020 | $53,557,000,000 | -7.40% | $15,257 | 0.06% | #84 |
| 2019 | $62,229,000,000 | 0.90% | $17,740 | 0.07% | #81 |
| 2018 | $65,370,000,000 | 0.20% | $18,656 | 0.07% | #78 |
| 2017 | $65,068,000,000 | 1.70% | $18,608 | 0.08% | #76 |
| 2016 | $57,580,000,000 | 1.70% | $16,517 | 0.07% | #78 |
| 2015 | $58,218,000,000 | 0.40% | $16,765 | 0.08% | #76 |
| 2014 | $62,546,000,000 | 3.20% | $18,091 | 0.08% | #75 |
| 2013 | $62,857,000,000 | 4.60% | $18,262 | 0.08% | #73 |
| 2012 | $55,938,000,000 | 3.50% | $16,320 | 0.07% | #77 |
| 2011 | $52,354,000,000 | 5.20% | $15,341 | 0.07% | #79 |
| 2010 | $43,967,000,000 | 7.80% | $12,944 | 0.07% | #82 |
| 2009 | $34,565,000,000 | 4.20% | $10,232 | 0.06% | #86 |
| 2008 | $33,151,000,000 | 7.20% | $9,857 | 0.05% | #87 |
| 2007 | $25,603,000,000 | 6.50% | $7,623 | 0.04% | #88 |
| 2006 | $21,416,000,000 | 4.10% | $6,377 | 0.04% | #87 |
| 2005 | $18,986,000,000 | 7.50% | $5,664 | 0.04% | #88 |
| 2004 | $14,959,000,000 | 5.00% | $4,477 | 0.03% | #91 |
| 2003 | $13,159,000,000 | 0.80% | $3,942 | 0.03% | #93 |
| 2002 | $14,863,000,000 | -7.70% | $4,441 | 0.04% | #86 |
| 2001 | $22,802,000,000 | -3.80% | $6,804 | 0.07% | #65 |
| 2000 | $24,892,000,000 | -1.90% | $7,432 | 0.07% | #62 |
| 1999 | $26,178,000,000 | -1.90% | $7,848 | 0.08% | #61 |
| 1998 | $27,704,000,000 | 4.50% | $8,365 | 0.09% | #60 |
| 1997 | $26,155,000,000 | 5.50% | $7,960 | 0.08% | #62 |
| 1996 | $24,730,000,000 | 5.60% | $7,613 | 0.08% | #62 |
| 1995 | $23,267,000,000 | -1.40% | $7,207 | 0.07% | #62 |
| 1994 | $21,040,000,000 | 7.30% | $6,558 | 0.07% | #60 |
| 1993 | $18,064,000,000 | 2.70% | $5,684 | 0.07% | #60 |
| 1992 | $15,515,000,000 | 7.90% | $4,911 | 0.06% | #63 |
| 1991 | $13,502,000,000 | 3.50% | $4,299 | 0.06% | #68 |
| 1990 | $11,204,000,000 | 0.30% | $3,588 | 0.05% | #72 |
| 1989 | $9,630,000,000 | 1.10% | $3,101 | 0.05% | #71 |
| 1988 | $9,137,000,000 | 0.50% | $2,959 | 0.05% | #73 |
| 1987 | $8,832,000,000 | 5.90% | $2,877 | 0.05% | #72 |
| 1986 | $7,059,000,000 | 7.50% | $2,312 | 0.05% | #74 |
| 1985 | $5,686,000,000 | 0.30% | $1,873 | 0.04% | #76 |
| 1984 | $5,819,000,000 | -1.50% | $1,929 | 0.05% | #77 |
| 1983 | $6,119,000,000 | -5.90% | $2,042 | 0.05% | #76 |
| 1982 | $11,147,000,000 | -9.40% | $3,743 | 0.10% | #65 |
| 1981 | $13,636,000,000 | 1.90% | $4,609 | 0.12% | #62 |
| 1980 | $12,217,000,000 | 6.00% | $4,158 | 0.11% | #62 |
Uruguay GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $100,859,000,000 | 2.60% | $29,017 | 0.08% | #82 |
| 2028 | $104,917,000,000 | 2.30% | $30,220 | 0.08% | #82 |
| 2029 | $109,609,000,000 | 2.20% | $31,599 | 0.08% | #82 |
| 2030 | $115,274,000,000 | 2.20% | $33,254 | 0.08% | #82 |
| 2031 | $121,215,000,000 | 2.20% | $34,985 | 0.08% | #82 |
Uruguay Economy Overview
Uruguay has a relatively stable South American economy built around agriculture, services, renewable energy, and export-oriented food production. Beef, soybeans, dairy goods, rice, wool, cellulose, and wood products are important sources of foreign earnings. Modern farming methods and food-traceability systems strengthen the countryโs position in international agricultural markets.
Services account for a large share of output through finance, retail, telecommunications, transportation, tourism, and professional activities. Uruguay has also developed software, digital services, and regional business operations. Most electricity is generated from renewable sources, including wind and hydropower. Strong institutions, developed ports, and access to regional markets provide a supportive environment for trade and private investment.
Uruguay GDP Outlook
Uruguayโs prospects are underpinned by agricultural exports, renewable energy, stable institutions, digital services, and investment in forestry and food production. Rising demand for beef, dairy products, cellulose, software, and traceable agricultural goods could support trade earnings. Green hydrogen, clean technology, logistics, and regional business services present additional opportunities. Drought, commodity-price volatility, slower growth in neighboring economies, an aging population, high production costs, and dependence on external markets remain notable risks.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980โ2031
- GDP Measurement
- Nominal gross domestic product in current U.S. dollars
- Update Schedule
- Updated annually using the latest available projections
- Population Data
- United Nations World Population Prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
Uruguay's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $96,092,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Uruguay's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 1.80%.
GDP per capita in Uruguay is approximately $27,608 in 2026.
Uruguay ranks #84 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.
Sources
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