Ecuador GDP (2026)
LiveEcuador has a resource-rich economy supported by oil production, agriculture, mining, manufacturing, fisheries, and tourism. The country is an important exporter of bananas, shrimp, cocoa, flowers, and petroleum, while investment in infrastructure and renewable energy continues to support economic development. This page provides the latest Ecuador GDP data, historical trends, and economic outlook for 2026.
Ecuador GDP Growth (1980–2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980–2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Ecuador's GDP in 2026 is $138.19B.
It ranks #67 among 218 countries.
Ecuador contributes 0.11% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $7,575 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 2.50% in 2026.
Ecuador GDP Historical Data (1980–2026)
| 2026 | $138,194,000,000 | 2.50% | $7,575 | 0.11% | #66 |
| 2025 | $130,321,000,000 | 3.70% | $7,199 | 0.11% | #66 |
| 2024 | $123,802,000,000 | -1.90% | $6,891 | 0.11% | #65 |
| 2023 | $120,793,000,000 | 1.80% | $6,773 | 0.11% | #64 |
| 2022 | $116,133,000,000 | 5.90% | $6,556 | 0.11% | #63 |
| 2021 | $107,179,000,000 | 9.40% | $6,085 | 0.11% | #63 |
| 2020 | $95,865,000,000 | -9.20% | $5,470 | 0.11% | #65 |
| 2019 | $107,596,000,000 | 0.20% | $6,199 | 0.12% | #61 |
| 2018 | $107,479,000,000 | 1.00% | $6,293 | 0.12% | #62 |
| 2017 | $104,467,000,000 | 6.00% | $6,221 | 0.13% | #63 |
| 2016 | $97,671,000,000 | -0.70% | $5,908 | 0.13% | #63 |
| 2015 | $97,210,000,000 | 0.10% | $5,975 | 0.13% | #63 |
| 2014 | $102,718,000,000 | 4.20% | $6,422 | 0.13% | #63 |
| 2013 | $96,570,000,000 | 7.20% | $6,144 | 0.12% | #65 |
| 2012 | $87,735,000,000 | 5.80% | $5,682 | 0.12% | #66 |
| 2011 | $78,987,000,000 | 8.50% | $5,210 | 0.11% | #65 |
| 2010 | $68,151,000,000 | 4.00% | $4,579 | 0.10% | #66 |
| 2009 | $60,095,000,000 | 1.10% | $4,111 | 0.10% | #67 |
| 2008 | $61,139,000,000 | 6.60% | $4,258 | 0.09% | #70 |
| 2007 | $49,849,000,000 | 1.90% | $3,534 | 0.08% | #69 |
| 2006 | $45,691,000,000 | 4.30% | $3,298 | 0.09% | #67 |
| 2005 | $40,279,000,000 | 5.40% | $2,961 | 0.08% | #67 |
| 2004 | $35,195,000,000 | 6.80% | $2,633 | 0.08% | #64 |
| 2003 | $30,965,000,000 | 2.90% | $2,358 | 0.08% | #62 |
| 2002 | $27,054,000,000 | 4.90% | $2,097 | 0.08% | #61 |
| 2001 | $23,127,000,000 | 4.20% | $1,824 | 0.07% | #63 |
| 2000 | $17,531,000,000 | 1.10% | $1,405 | 0.05% | #77 |
| 1999 | $18,891,000,000 | -4.70% | $1,536 | 0.06% | #71 |
| 1998 | $26,292,000,000 | 3.30% | $2,170 | 0.08% | #61 |
| 1997 | $25,847,000,000 | 4.30% | $2,165 | 0.08% | #63 |
| 1996 | $23,001,000,000 | 1.70% | $1,957 | 0.07% | #63 |
| 1995 | $21,980,000,000 | 2.30% | $1,903 | 0.07% | #63 |
| 1994 | $20,238,000,000 | 4.30% | $1,786 | 0.07% | #62 |
| 1993 | $16,783,000,000 | 2.00% | $1,511 | 0.06% | #61 |
| 1992 | $14,367,000,000 | 3.60% | $1,322 | 0.06% | #69 |
| 1991 | $13,139,000,000 | 5.10% | $1,236 | 0.05% | #69 |
| 1990 | $11,710,000,000 | 3.00% | $1,127 | 0.05% | #71 |
| 1989 | $11,531,000,000 | 0.30% | $1,136 | 0.06% | #66 |
| 1988 | $11,749,000,000 | 10.50% | $1,186 | 0.06% | #65 |
| 1987 | $12,355,000,000 | -6.00% | $1,280 | 0.07% | #64 |
| 1986 | $13,222,000,000 | 3.10% | $1,405 | 0.09% | #65 |
| 1985 | $18,020,000,000 | 4.40% | $1,964 | 0.14% | #56 |
| 1984 | $15,408,000,000 | 4.20% | $1,725 | 0.13% | #61 |
| 1983 | $14,478,000,000 | -2.80% | $1,665 | 0.12% | #62 |
| 1982 | $16,474,000,000 | 1.20% | $1,947 | 0.14% | #59 |
| 1981 | $16,501,000,000 | 3.90% | $2,006 | 0.14% | #58 |
| 1980 | $16,116,000,000 | 4.90% | $2,015 | 0.14% | #57 |
Ecuador GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $144,135,000,000 | 2.50% | $7,839 | 0.11% | #66 |
| 2028 | $150,136,000,000 | 2.60% | $8,103 | 0.11% | #67 |
| 2029 | $156,661,000,000 | 2.80% | $8,390 | 0.11% | #68 |
| 2030 | $163,818,000,000 | 3.00% | $8,707 | 0.11% | #68 |
| 2031 | $171,302,000,000 | 3.00% | $9,036 | 0.11% | #69 |
Ecuador Economy Overview
Ecuador’s economy combines petroleum production with agriculture, aquaculture, manufacturing, commerce, and public services. Crude oil is a major export and government revenue source, making the country vulnerable to changes in international energy prices. At the same time, Ecuador has developed strong non-oil exports, including bananas, shrimp, cocoa, flowers, tuna, and other agricultural products.
Manufacturing is concentrated in processed foods, beverages, textiles, chemicals, wood products, and construction materials. Retail, transportation, banking, communications, and tourism support the services sector. Ecuador’s varied geography provides opportunities in hydropower, mining, farming, and nature-based tourism. The use of the US dollar provides monetary stability, while infrastructure, productivity, access to finance, and export diversification remain important factors in the country’s long-term economic development.
Ecuador GDP Outlook
Ecuador’s economic direction will depend on petroleum exports, agricultural performance, private investment, and the stability of public finances. Shrimp, bananas, cocoa, mining, tourism, renewable energy, and processed foods offer pathways for stronger export diversification. Improvements in security, infrastructure, trade access, and the business environment could encourage new investment. Major risks include oil-price volatility, political uncertainty, fiscal constraints, electricity shortages, natural disasters, and disruptions affecting production or international trade.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980–2031
- 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
Ecuador's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $138,194,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Ecuador's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 2.50%.
GDP per capita in Ecuador is approximately $7,575 in 2026.
Ecuador ranks #67 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.