South Sudan Live GDP
$3,719,754,493
GDP Added Today
$11,844,904
South Sudan GDP (2026)
LiveSouth Sudan has a resource-based economy where oil production remains the primary source of government revenue and export earnings. Agriculture, livestock, and infrastructure development also hold significant long-term potential despite ongoing economic and political challenges. This page provides South Sudan GDP data, historical trends, and economic conditions in 2026.
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
4.10%
vs 2025
โผ โ42.00%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$488
vs 2025
โฒ +$18
Global Rank (Nominal)
#170
of 218 countries
World Share
0.00%
of 2026 World GDP
Years Covered
2011โ2026
16 years
South Sudan GDP Growth (2011โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
2011โ2026 GDP performance summary
Highest GDP
$17.34B
Lowest GDP
$2.56B
Average Growth
-1.33%
2011โ2026
Best Growth
46.10%
Weakest Growth
-50.30%
Share of World GDP (2026)
South Sudan
0.00%
United States
25.58%
China
16.47%
Germany
4.31%
Japan
3.46%
Rest of World
50.18%
Key Findings
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South Sudan's GDP in 2026 is $6.07B.
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It ranks #170 among 218 countries.
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South Sudan contributes 0.00% to the world economy.
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GDP per capita is $488 in 2026.
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The economy recorded GDP growth of 4.10% in 2026.
Historical Data
South Sudan GDP Historical Data (2011โ2026)
| 2026 | $6,069,000,000 | 4.10% | $488 | 0.00% | #167 |
| 2025 | $5,733,000,000 | 46.10% | $470 | 0.00% | #160 |
| 2024 | $4,637,000,000 | -26.10% | $388 | 0.00% | #167 |
| 2023 | $7,401,000,000 | 3.00% | $644 | 0.01% | #162 |
| 2022 | $7,533,000,000 | -5.20% | $683 | 0.01% | #159 |
| 2021 | $5,940,000,000 | 5.30% | $547 | 0.01% | #166 |
| 2020 | $5,423,000,000 | -6.50% | $507 | 0.01% | #165 |
| 2019 | $4,044,000,000 | 0.90% | $388 | 0.00% | #171 |
| 2018 | $2,559,000,000 | -2.10% | $253 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2017 | $2,736,000,000 | -5.80% | $267 | 0.00% | #180 |
| 2016 | $2,825,000,000 | -13.30% | $261 | 0.00% | #177 |
| 2015 | $15,082,000,000 | -0.20% | $1,358 | 0.02% | #122 |
| 2014 | $14,608,000,000 | 1.60% | $1,300 | 0.02% | #129 |
| 2013 | $14,947,000,000 | 27.30% | $1,339 | 0.02% | #127 |
| 2012 | $11,267,000,000 | -50.30% | $1,047 | 0.01% | #137 |
| 2011 | $17,340,000,000 | 0.00% | $1,685 | 0.02% | #119 |
South Sudan GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $6,826,000,000 | 3.30% | $538 | 0.01% | #152 |
| 2028 | $7,161,000,000 | 3.60% | $553 | 0.01% | #152 |
| 2029 | $7,488,000,000 | 3.50% | $567 | 0.01% | #152 |
| 2030 | $7,841,000,000 | 3.80% | $583 | 0.01% | #152 |
| 2031 | $8,144,000,000 | 3.00% | $593 | 0.01% | #153 |
South Sudan Economy Overview
South Sudan's economy depends largely on crude oil production, which accounts for the majority of export earnings and government revenue. Agriculture, livestock, and fisheries provide livelihoods for much of the population and hold substantial long-term development potential.
Construction, transportation, telecommunications, trade, and public administration contribute to domestic activity where infrastructure allows. Significant investment is required in roads, electricity, irrigation, healthcare, and education to support broader economic diversification.
South Sudan GDP Outlook
South Sudan's economic future depends heavily on oil production, peace-building efforts, and investment in basic infrastructure. Agriculture, livestock, fisheries, renewable energy, and transportation provide significant long-term opportunities if stability improves. Better roads, electricity, healthcare, and education would strengthen private-sector development. Political instability, conflict, flooding, food insecurity, weak institutions, oil-price volatility, and limited infrastructure continue to constrain economic progress.