Hungary Live GDP
$159,279,188,611
GDP Added Today
$319,988,611
Hungary GDP (2026)
LiveHungary has a developed and export-oriented economy supported by manufacturing, automotive production, electronics, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and a broad services sector. Its central location in Europe gives the country strong access to regional markets and major transport routes, while membership in the European Union supports trade, investment, and industrial integration. Hungary has also attracted significant foreign investment in vehicle production, battery manufacturing, logistics, and business services. This page provides the latest Hungary GDP data, historical trends, and economic outlook for 2026.
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
1.70%
vs 2025
โฒ +1.30%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$28,430
vs 2025
โฒ +$2,604
Global Rank (Nominal)
#55
of 218 countries
World Share
0.21%
of 2026 World GDP
Years Covered
1980โ2026
47 years
Hungary GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Highest GDP
$271.12B
Lowest GDP
$21.24B
Average Growth
1.58%
1980โ2026
Best Growth
7.20%
Weakest Growth
-11.90%
Share of World GDP (2026)
Hungary
0.21%
United States
25.58%
China
16.47%
Germany
4.31%
Japan
3.46%
Rest of World
49.97%
Key Findings
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Hungary's GDP in 2026 is $271.12B.
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It ranks #55 among 218 countries.
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Hungary contributes 0.21% to the world economy.
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GDP per capita is $28,430 in 2026.
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The economy recorded GDP growth of 1.70% in 2026.
Historical Data
Hungary GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $271,122,000,000 | 1.70% | $28,430 | 0.21% | #55 |
| 2025 | $246,891,000,000 | 0.40% | $25,826 | 0.21% | #56 |
| 2024 | $222,878,000,000 | 0.60% | $23,253 | 0.20% | #56 |
| 2023 | $213,315,000,000 | -0.80% | $22,220 | 0.20% | #57 |
| 2022 | $177,784,000,000 | 4.20% | $18,500 | 0.17% | #58 |
| 2021 | $183,283,000,000 | 7.20% | $18,991 | 0.19% | #57 |
| 2020 | $158,468,000,000 | -4.30% | $16,356 | 0.18% | #56 |
| 2019 | $164,927,000,000 | 5.10% | $17,003 | 0.19% | #57 |
| 2018 | $161,185,000,000 | 5.60% | $16,593 | 0.18% | #57 |
| 2017 | $143,335,000,000 | 4.10% | $14,716 | 0.17% | #57 |
| 2016 | $128,984,000,000 | 2.40% | $13,189 | 0.17% | #57 |
| 2015 | $125,244,000,000 | 3.70% | $12,759 | 0.16% | #59 |
| 2014 | $141,129,000,000 | 4.30% | $14,328 | 0.18% | #60 |
| 2013 | $135,646,000,000 | 2.00% | $13,709 | 0.17% | #61 |
| 2012 | $128,470,000,000 | -1.30% | $12,935 | 0.17% | #61 |
| 2011 | $141,713,000,000 | 1.90% | $14,191 | 0.19% | #60 |
| 2010 | $131,899,000,000 | 1.10% | $13,171 | 0.20% | #58 |
| 2009 | $130,807,000,000 | -6.70% | $13,040 | 0.21% | #51 |
| 2008 | $158,228,000,000 | 1.00% | $15,752 | 0.24% | #52 |
| 2007 | $140,123,000,000 | 0.30% | $13,920 | 0.24% | #51 |
| 2006 | $115,604,000,000 | 3.90% | $11,472 | 0.22% | #50 |
| 2005 | $113,098,000,000 | 4.30% | $11,200 | 0.23% | #48 |
| 2004 | $104,015,000,000 | 5.00% | $10,281 | 0.23% | #46 |
| 2003 | $85,190,000,000 | 3.90% | $8,400 | 0.22% | #46 |
| 2002 | $67,636,000,000 | 4.70% | $6,647 | 0.19% | #50 |
| 2001 | $53,800,000,000 | 4.10% | $5,275 | 0.16% | #52 |
| 2000 | $47,276,000,000 | 4.40% | $4,625 | 0.14% | #54 |
| 1999 | $49,160,000,000 | 3.10% | $4,795 | 0.15% | #53 |
| 1998 | $48,784,000,000 | 3.80% | $4,746 | 0.15% | #54 |
| 1997 | $47,399,000,000 | 3.00% | $4,601 | 0.15% | #55 |
| 1996 | $46,834,000,000 | 0.10% | $4,538 | 0.14% | #53 |
| 1995 | $46,578,000,000 | 2.50% | $4,506 | 0.15% | #52 |
| 1994 | $43,308,000,000 | 2.90% | $4,184 | 0.15% | #51 |
| 1993 | $40,256,000,000 | -0.60% | $3,884 | 0.15% | #52 |
| 1992 | $38,857,000,000 | -3.10% | $3,746 | 0.15% | #51 |
| 1991 | $34,867,000,000 | -11.90% | $3,361 | 0.14% | #54 |
| 1990 | $34,478,000,000 | -3.50% | $3,323 | 0.15% | #51 |
| 1989 | $30,423,000,000 | 0.70% | $2,919 | 0.15% | #52 |
| 1988 | $29,800,000,000 | -0.10% | $2,848 | 0.15% | #51 |
| 1987 | $27,233,000,000 | 4.10% | $2,591 | 0.16% | #52 |
| 1986 | $24,778,000,000 | 1.50% | $2,346 | 0.17% | #52 |
| 1985 | $21,511,000,000 | -0.30% | $2,030 | 0.17% | #50 |
| 1984 | $21,243,000,000 | 2.70% | $1,996 | 0.18% | #52 |
| 1983 | $21,910,000,000 | 0.70% | $2,053 | 0.19% | #52 |
| 1982 | $24,142,000,000 | 2.80% | $2,257 | 0.21% | #52 |
| 1981 | $23,706,000,000 | 2.90% | $2,214 | 0.20% | #53 |
| 1980 | $23,117,000,000 | 0.20% | $2,159 | 0.20% | #53 |
Hungary GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $284,462,000,000 | 2.00% | $29,902 | 0.22% | #55 |
| 2028 | $298,261,000,000 | 2.30% | $31,432 | 0.22% | #55 |
| 2029 | $313,460,000,000 | 2.50% | $33,114 | 0.22% | #55 |
| 2030 | $329,605,000,000 | 2.50% | $34,905 | 0.22% | #53 |
| 2031 | $346,359,000,000 | 2.50% | $36,767 | 0.22% | #53 |
Hungary Economy Overview
Hungary has a diversified economy in which services account for the largest share of GDP through finance, retail, transportation, information technology, tourism, real estate, and professional services. Manufacturing is especially important, with strong activity in automobiles, electronics, machinery, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and electrical equipment. The country is closely integrated into European supply chains and serves as a major production base for several international companies.
Agriculture contributes through the production of grains, livestock, vegetables, fruits, wine, and processed foods. Hungary also benefits from a well-developed road and rail network that supports trade with neighboring European economies. Continued investment in electric vehicles, battery production, renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and research is helping modernize the economy, although dependence on external demand remains significant.
Hungary GDP Outlook
Hungary's economic outlook is supported by manufacturing, foreign investment, exports, infrastructure development, and the expansion of electric vehicle and battery industries. Growth in technology, business services, pharmaceuticals, and logistics could further strengthen the country's economic base. However, inflation, energy costs, weaker demand in major European markets, currency volatility, and dependence on imported inputs may affect short-term performance. Despite these risks, Hungary remains an important industrial and trade hub within Central Europe.