Tuvalu GDP (2026)
LiveTuvalu has a tiny and geographically isolated Pacific economy sustained by fishing licenses, public services, remittances, external assistance, and income from international assets. Its unique digital and maritime resources also provide valuable government revenue. This page reviews Tuvalu GDP figures, historical economic developments, and prospects for 2026.
Tuvalu GDP Growth (2000โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
2000โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Tuvalu's GDP in 2026 is $65.00M.
It ranks #218 among 218 countries.
Tuvalu contributes 0.00% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $6,581 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 2.50% in 2026.
Tuvalu GDP Historical Data (2000โ2026)
| 2026 | $65,000,000 | 2.50% | $6,581 | 0.00% | #200 |
| 2025 | $58,000,000 | 2.20% | $5,823 | 0.00% | #195 |
| 2024 | $56,000,000 | 3.10% | $5,729 | 0.00% | #203 |
| 2023 | $51,000,000 | 4.00% | $5,009 | 0.00% | #213 |
| 2022 | $54,000,000 | -11.80% | $5,123 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2021 | $62,000,000 | 0.10% | $5,983 | 0.00% | #218 |
| 2020 | $53,000,000 | -3.30% | $5,159 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2019 | $54,000,000 | 13.40% | $5,238 | 0.00% | #218 |
| 2018 | $48,000,000 | 1.70% | $4,561 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2017 | $45,000,000 | 3.30% | $4,312 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2016 | $41,000,000 | 4.80% | $3,868 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2015 | $37,000,000 | 9.40% | $3,437 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2014 | $39,000,000 | 1.70% | $3,605 | 0.00% | #218 |
| 2013 | $39,000,000 | 3.80% | $3,617 | 0.00% | #216 |
| 2012 | $39,000,000 | -2.90% | $3,610 | 0.00% | #216 |
| 2011 | $40,000,000 | 7.50% | $3,779 | 0.00% | #217 |
| 2010 | $33,000,000 | -2.50% | $3,134 | 0.00% | #214 |
| 2009 | $28,000,000 | -5.60% | $2,760 | 0.00% | #214 |
| 2008 | $32,000,000 | 6.60% | $3,188 | 0.00% | #213 |
| 2007 | $29,000,000 | 6.90% | $2,867 | 0.00% | #212 |
| 2006 | $24,000,000 | 1.30% | $2,465 | 0.00% | #213 |
| 2005 | $23,000,000 | -3.70% | $2,350 | 0.00% | #212 |
| 2004 | $23,000,000 | -1.90% | $2,386 | 0.00% | #212 |
| 2003 | $20,000,000 | -4.40% | $2,076 | 0.00% | #211 |
| 2002 | $17,000,000 | 8.30% | $1,742 | 0.00% | #211 |
| 2001 | $14,000,000 | 0.70% | N/A | 0.00% | #206 |
| 2000 | $15,000,000 | 0.00% | N/A | 0.00% | #204 |
Tuvalu GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $69,000,000 | 2.40% | $6,902 | 0.00% | #187 |
| 2028 | $72,000,000 | 2.30% | $7,211 | 0.00% | #187 |
| 2029 | $75,000,000 | 2.00% | $7,496 | 0.00% | #187 |
| 2030 | $78,000,000 | 1.80% | $7,770 | 0.00% | #187 |
| 2031 | $81,000,000 | 1.60% | $8,040 | 0.00% | #187 |
Tuvalu Economy Overview
Tuvalu has an exceptionally small economy supported by public services, fishing-license revenue, overseas remittances, and international assistance. Payments for access to the country's large exclusive economic zone provide significant government income despite its extremely limited land area. Revenue associated with the country's ".tv" internet domain and returns from public investment funds provide additional external income. Subsistence fishing and agriculture support local communities, while geographic isolation and climate vulnerability make imported goods, development funding, and international transport essential.
Tuvalu GDP Outlook
Tuvaluโs outlook will continue to rely on fishing-license income, external assistance, remittances, public investment, and revenue from international assets. Digital resources such as the โ.tvโ domain remain economically valuable. Climate adaptation spending may also become increasingly important. Sea-level rise, freshwater scarcity, geographic isolation, limited private business activity, and dependence on imports pose exceptional long-term risks.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 2000โ2031
- 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
Tuvalu's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $65,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Tuvalu's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 2.50%.
GDP per capita in Tuvalu is approximately $6,581 in 2026.
Tuvalu ranks #218 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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