Malta GDP Per Capita (2026)
Malta has a highly service-oriented European economy supported by tourism, financial services, gaming, professional services, manufacturing, aviation, shipping, and international business. GDP per capita is particularly useful because substantial economic activity is generated within a relatively small population. Explore Malta’s latest GDP per capita data, historical trends, growth patterns, and economic comparisons below.
GDP Per Capita 2026
$53,560
Est. in USD
World Rank
#24
Out of 195 countries
Change vs 2025
+8.6%
+$4,263
Europe Rank
#17
Out of 43 countries
1. Malta GDP Per Capita in 2026
Malta’s GDP per capita reflects economic production generated for each resident across services, tourism, finance, gaming, manufacturing, and other high-value activities. Adjusting total GDP for the country’s small population makes the indicator especially useful for international comparisons. It provides a population-adjusted perspective on productivity and helps show how Malta’s service-driven economy translates into output per person.
2. Malta GDP Per Capita Growth (1995–2026)
3. Malta GDP Per Capita (Historical Data)
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $53,560 | +8.6% |
| 2025 | $49,297 | +8.8% |
| 2024 | $45,295 | +8.5% |
| 2023 | $41,752 | +14.6% |
| 2022 | $36,438 | -4.7% |
| 2021 | $38,253 | +20.2% |
| 2020 | $31,837 | -3.9% |
| 2019 | $33,145 | -2.6% |
| 2018 | $34,035 | +10.4% |
| 2017 | $30,817 | +15.3% |
| 2016 | $26,738 | +3.4% |
| 2015 | $25,847 | -6.9% |
| 2014 | $27,773 | +8.4% |
| 2013 | $25,618 | +11.2% |
| 2012 | $23,029 | -2.4% |
| 2011 | $23,585 | +7.3% |
| 2010 | $21,990 | +3.1% |
| 2009 | $21,319 | -5.2% |
| 2008 | $22,488 | +14.4% |
| 2007 | $19,655 | +17.4% |
| 2006 | $16,748 | +5.5% |
| 2005 | $15,873 | +3.9% |
| 2004 | $15,277 | +11.9% |
| 2003 | $13,655 | +20.8% |
| 2002 | $11,307 | +8.7% |
| 2001 | $10,403 | +0.0% |
| 2000 | $10,398 | +5.0% |
| 1999 | $9,904 | +3.8% |
| 1998 | $9,545 | +5.2% |
| 1997 | $9,075 | +0.4% |
| 1996 | $9,035 | +1.4% |
| 1995 | $8,907 | — |
4. Malta GDP Per Capita Growth
1-Year Change
+8.6%
(2025 to 2026)
5-Year Change
+40.0%
(2021 to 2026)
10-Year Change
+100.3%
(2016 to 2026)
20-Year Change
+219.8%
(2006 to 2026)
Malta’s GDP per capita has generally risen as tourism, international services, investment, employment, and business activity have expanded. Visitor flows, inflation, migration, external demand, financial conditions, and European economic trends can influence annual performance. Historical data helps show how output per resident has developed across periods of rapid growth and broader regional adjustment.
5. Malta GDP Per Capita vs Europe and World
Malta
$53,560
Europe Average
$59,767
World Average
$25,179
$0
$29,884
$59,767
USD
Malta’s GDP per capita is approximately
10.4%
below the
Europe average
and
112.7%
above the world average.
6. Malta GDP Per Capita Ranking in Europe
| Rank | Country | GDP Per Capita (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| #14 | Belgium | $65,112 |
| #15 | United Kingdom | $61,056 |
| #16 | Finland | $60,130 |
| #17 | Malta | $53,560 |
| #18 | Andorra | $53,475 |
| #19 | France | $52,083 |
| #20 | Italy | $46,505 |
7. GDP vs GDP Per Capita in Malta
Malta GDP (Nominal)
$30.7 Billion
(2026)
Malta GDP Per Capita
$53,560
(2026)
Malta’s total GDP measures the overall scale of economic activity generated nationwide, while GDP per capita adjusts that output for population. Because Malta has a relatively small population, its per-capita performance can differ considerably from its total GDP position. Considering both indicators together provides a fuller view of economic scale, productivity, and production per resident.
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8. Malta GDP Per Capita Forecast
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $55,582 | +3.8% |
| 2028 | $57,779 | +4.0% |
| 2029 | $60,243 | +4.3% |
| 2030 | $62,901 | +4.4% |
Malta GDP per capita is projected to reach $62,901 by 2030, representing a 17.4% increase from the 2026 level.
9. Malta GDP Per Capita: Key Findings
Malta GDP per capita is estimated at $53,560 in 2026.
It ranks #24 globally and #17 in Europe.
GDP per capita increased by 8.6% compared with 2025.
Over the last 5 years, GDP per capita grew by 40.0%.
Over the last 10 years, GDP per capita grew by 100.3%.
It is approximately 10.4% below the Europe average.
It is approximately 112.7% above the world average.
The forecast reaches $62,901 by 2030, 17.4% 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. Malta GDP Per Capita FAQs
Malta GDP per capita is estimated at $53,560 in 2026.
Malta ranks #24 globally and #17 in Europe by GDP per capita.
Yes. GDP per capita increased by approximately 8.6% compared with 2025.
Malta GDP per capita was approximately $25,847 in 2015.
Malta GDP per capita is approximately 10.4% below the Europe 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.