Micronesia GDP Per Capita (2026)
Micronesia has a small Pacific economy supported by public services, fisheries, agriculture, tourism, trade, and external financial assistance. GDP per capita provides an important measure of how national economic production compares with population and helps track economic output per resident. Explore Micronesia’s latest GDP per capita data, historical trends, development patterns, and economic comparisons below.
GDP Per Capita 2026
$5,514
Est. in USD
World Rank
#121
Out of 195 countries
Change vs 2025
+3.9%
+$206
Oceania Rank
#10
Out of 14 countries
1. Micronesia GDP Per Capita in 2026
Micronesia’s GDP per capita reflects economic production generated for each resident across public services, fisheries, agriculture, tourism, and trade. Adjusting total GDP for population provides a standardized measure that makes comparisons with larger economies more meaningful. External support also plays an important role in sustaining economic activity.
2. Micronesia GDP Per Capita Growth (1995–2026)
3. Micronesia GDP Per Capita (Historical Data)
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,514 | +3.9% |
| 2025 | $5,308 | +4.3% |
| 2024 | $5,089 | +8.7% |
| 2023 | $4,680 | +6.8% |
| 2022 | $4,382 | +7.4% |
| 2021 | $4,081 | +6.3% |
| 2020 | $3,838 | -4.3% |
| 2019 | $4,011 | +1.3% |
| 2018 | $3,961 | +11.1% |
| 2017 | $3,564 | +11.1% |
| 2016 | $3,208 | +5.7% |
| 2015 | $3,036 | -0.7% |
| 2014 | $3,056 | +1.1% |
| 2013 | $3,022 | -3.1% |
| 2012 | $3,118 | +4.8% |
| 2011 | $2,975 | +4.9% |
| 2010 | $2,835 | +5.9% |
| 2009 | $2,678 | +6.7% |
| 2008 | $2,511 | +3.7% |
| 2007 | $2,422 | +1.9% |
| 2006 | $2,376 | +1.5% |
| 2005 | $2,341 | +4.8% |
| 2004 | $2,234 | -2.4% |
| 2003 | $2,289 | +1.5% |
| 2002 | $2,256 | +0.2% |
| 2001 | $2,251 | +3.4% |
| 2000 | $2,176 | +5.4% |
| 1999 | $2,065 | +0.2% |
| 1998 | $2,060 | +5.6% |
| 1997 | $1,950 | -6.4% |
| 1996 | $2,083 | -0.7% |
| 1995 | $2,097 | — |
4. Micronesia GDP Per Capita Growth
1-Year Change
+3.9%
(2025 to 2026)
5-Year Change
+35.1%
(2021 to 2026)
10-Year Change
+71.9%
(2016 to 2026)
20-Year Change
+132.1%
(2006 to 2026)
Micronesia’s GDP per capita can be influenced by public spending, fisheries, tourism, inflation, external assistance, investment, and population changes. Because the economy is small and geographically dispersed, transport costs and external conditions can affect annual performance. Historical data helps show how output per resident has evolved over time.
5. Micronesia GDP Per Capita vs Oceania and World
Micronesia
$5,514
Oceania Average
$19,336
World Average
$25,179
$0
$12,590
$25,179
USD
Micronesia’s GDP per capita is approximately
71.5%
below the
Oceania average
and
78.1%
below the world average.
6. Micronesia GDP Per Capita Ranking in Oceania
| Rank | Country | GDP Per Capita (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| #7 | Fiji | $6,802 |
| #8 | Tuvalu | $6,581 |
| #9 | Samoa | $6,455 |
| #10 | Micronesia | $5,514 |
| #11 | Vanuatu | $4,082 |
| #12 | Kiribati | $3,051 |
| #13 | Papua New Guinea | $2,632 |
7. GDP vs GDP Per Capita in Micronesia
Micronesia GDP (Nominal)
$521.0 Million
(2026)
Micronesia GDP Per Capita
$5,514
(2026)
Micronesia’s total GDP measures the complete scale of economic activity generated nationwide, while GDP per capita divides that output by population. Total GDP highlights overall economic size, whereas GDP per capita provides a population-adjusted measure of production per resident. Considering both indicators together offers a broader view of development.
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8. Micronesia GDP Per Capita Forecast
| Year | GDP Per Capita (USD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $5,799 | +5.2% |
| 2028 | $5,981 | +3.1% |
| 2029 | $6,164 | +3.1% |
| 2030 | $6,329 | +2.7% |
Micronesia GDP per capita is projected to reach $6,329 by 2030, representing a 14.8% increase from the 2026 level.
9. Micronesia GDP Per Capita: Key Findings
Micronesia GDP per capita is estimated at $5,514 in 2026.
It ranks #121 globally and #10 in Oceania.
GDP per capita increased by 3.9% compared with 2025.
Over the last 5 years, GDP per capita grew by 35.1%.
Over the last 10 years, GDP per capita grew by 71.9%.
It is approximately 71.5% below the Oceania average.
It is approximately 78.1% below the world average.
The forecast reaches $6,329 by 2030, 14.8% 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. Micronesia GDP Per Capita FAQs
Micronesia GDP per capita is estimated at $5,514 in 2026.
Micronesia ranks #121 globally and #10 in Oceania by GDP per capita.
Yes. GDP per capita increased by approximately 3.9% compared with 2025.
Micronesia GDP per capita was approximately $3,036 in 2015.
Micronesia GDP per capita is approximately 71.5% below the Oceania 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.