Peru GDP Per Capita (2026)
Peru has a diverse South American economy supported by mining, agriculture, fishing, manufacturing, services, tourism, and international trade. GDP per capita provides a useful perspective on how the country’s national economic production relates to population. Peru’s significant mineral resources and export activity contribute to economic output, while domestic services and consumption also play important roles. Explore Peru’s latest GDP per capita data, historical trends, growth patterns, and comparisons below.
GDP Per Capita 2026
$10,960
Est. in USD
World Rank
#87
Out of 195 countries
Change vs 2025
+10.6%
+$1,049
South America Rank
#6
Out of 12 countries
1. Peru GDP Per Capita in 2026
Peru’s GDP per capita reflects the amount of economic output generated for each resident across mining, services, agriculture, industry, and other sectors. Adjusting total GDP for population provides a clearer basis for comparing Peru with countries that may have very different population sizes and economic structures. The indicator helps show how national production translates into output on a per-person basis.
2. Peru GDP Per Capita Growth (1980–2026)
3. Peru GDP Per Capita (Historical Data)
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,960 | +10.6% |
| 2025 | $9,911 | +14.4% |
| 2024 | $8,666 | +7.2% |
| 2023 | $8,086 | +8.8% |
| 2022 | $7,431 | +7.3% |
| 2021 | $6,923 | +8.0% |
| 2020 | $6,408 | -12.9% |
| 2019 | $7,353 | +1.1% |
| 2018 | $7,273 | +2.4% |
| 2017 | $7,106 | +8.7% |
| 2016 | $6,535 | +1.3% |
| 2015 | $6,453 | -6.2% |
| 2014 | $6,877 | +0.1% |
| 2013 | $6,870 | +3.5% |
| 2012 | $6,639 | +12.4% |
| 2011 | $5,908 | +13.6% |
| 2010 | $5,202 | +21.0% |
| 2009 | $4,298 | +1.2% |
| 2008 | $4,249 | +16.8% |
| 2007 | $3,639 | +16.0% |
| 2006 | $3,138 | +17.5% |
| 2005 | $2,671 | +10.9% |
| 2004 | $2,408 | +12.1% |
| 2003 | $2,149 | +7.6% |
| 2002 | $1,997 | +4.5% |
| 2001 | $1,911 | +0.2% |
| 2000 | $1,908 | +2.4% |
| 1999 | $1,863 | -10.9% |
| 1998 | $2,092 | -6.2% |
| 1997 | $2,230 | +3.4% |
| 1996 | $2,157 | +1.8% |
| 1995 | $2,119 | +16.7% |
| 1994 | $1,815 | +24.7% |
| 1993 | $1,456 | -4.7% |
| 1992 | $1,528 | +1.1% |
| 1991 | $1,512 | +17.6% |
| 1990 | $1,286 | -31.8% |
| 1989 | $1,885 | +20.8% |
| 1988 | $1,560 | -22.6% |
| 1987 | $2,016 | +61.5% |
| 1986 | $1,248 | +46.7% |
| 1985 | $851 | -15.4% |
| 1984 | $1,006 | +0.7% |
| 1983 | $999 | -24.1% |
| 1982 | $1,316 | -2.9% |
| 1981 | $1,356 | +17.8% |
| 1980 | $1,151 | — |
4. Peru GDP Per Capita Growth
1-Year Change
+10.6%
(2025 to 2026)
5-Year Change
+58.3%
(2021 to 2026)
10-Year Change
+67.7%
(2016 to 2026)
20-Year Change
+249.3%
(2006 to 2026)
Peru’s GDP per capita has generally increased over the longer term, although commodity prices, mining investment, inflation, exchange rates, political conditions, and domestic demand can influence annual performance. Periods of strong mineral exports can support economic growth, while external shocks may slow progress. Historical data helps show how output per resident has developed across different economic cycles.
5. Peru GDP Per Capita vs South America and World
Peru
$10,960
South America Average
$13,752
World Average
$25,179
$0
$12,590
$25,179
USD
Peru’s GDP per capita is approximately
20.3%
below the
South America average
and
56.5%
below the world average.
6. Peru GDP Per Capita Ranking in South America
| Rank | Country | GDP Per Capita (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | Chile | $20,240 |
| #4 | Argentina | $14,357 |
| #5 | Brazil | $12,313 |
| #6 | Peru | $10,960 |
| #7 | Colombia | $10,104 |
| #8 | Paraguay | $9,372 |
| #9 | Suriname | $8,856 |
7. GDP vs GDP Per Capita in Peru
Peru GDP (Nominal)
$380.9 Billion
(2026)
Peru GDP Per Capita
$10,960
(2026)
Peru’s total GDP measures the overall scale of economic production generated nationwide, while GDP per capita divides that output by population. Total GDP helps assess Peru’s economic importance within South America, whereas GDP per capita provides a standardized measure of economic production per resident. Together, the two indicators offer a broader view of economic performance.
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8. Peru GDP Per Capita Forecast
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $11,008 | +0.4% |
| 2028 | $11,360 | +3.2% |
| 2029 | $11,699 | +3.0% |
| 2030 | $12,087 | +3.3% |
Peru GDP per capita is projected to reach $12,087 by 2030, representing a 10.3% increase from the 2026 level.
9. Peru GDP Per Capita: Key Findings
Peru GDP per capita is estimated at $10,960 in 2026.
It ranks #87 globally and #6 in South America.
GDP per capita increased by 10.6% compared with 2025.
Over the last 5 years, GDP per capita grew by 58.3%.
Over the last 10 years, GDP per capita grew by 67.7%.
It is approximately 20.3% below the South America average.
It is approximately 56.5% below the world average.
The forecast reaches $12,087 by 2030, 10.3% above the 2026 level.
10. What Is GDP Per Capita?
GDP per capita is the total economic output of a country divided by its population.
GDP Per Capita
=
GDP
÷
Population
It helps measure the average economic output per person and is widely used to compare economic performance across countries. Higher values generally indicate greater economic output per resident.
11. Methodology and Data Sources
Primary Source:
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Additional Sources:
World Bank,
United Nations
Population Source:
UN Population Division
Currency:
Current USD (Nominal)
Update Frequency:
Annually
Last Updated:
September 2026
12. Peru GDP Per Capita FAQs
Peru GDP per capita is estimated at $10,960 in 2026.
Peru ranks #87 globally and #6 in South America by GDP per capita.
Yes. GDP per capita increased by approximately 10.6% compared with 2025.
Peru GDP per capita was approximately $6,453 in 2015.
Peru GDP per capita is approximately 20.3% below the South America average.
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Disclaimer:
All data are estimates based on IMF, World Bank,
United Nations and related economic datasets.
Figures may differ from official national statistics.