Tonga Live GDP
$438,844,791
GDP Added Today
$1,398,216
Tonga GDP (2026)
LiveTonga has a small Pacific economy supported by remittances, agriculture, tourism, fisheries, and government services. Income from Tongans living overseas plays an especially important role in household consumption, while squash, root crops, fish, and other products contribute to domestic production. This page presents Tonga GDP data, historical developments, and the outlook for 2026.
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
2.30%
vs 2025
โผ โ0.50%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$7,238
vs 2025
โฒ +$380
Global Rank (Nominal)
#208
of 218 countries
World Share
0.00%
of 2026 World GDP
Years Covered
1980โ2026
47 years
Tonga GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Highest GDP
$716.00M
Lowest GDP
$71.00M
Average Growth
3.40%
1980โ2026
Best Growth
44.10%
Weakest Growth
-5.20%
Share of World GDP (2026)
Tonga
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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Tonga's GDP in 2026 is $716.00M.
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It ranks #208 among 218 countries.
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Tonga contributes 0.00% to the world economy.
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GDP per capita is $7,238 in 2026.
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The economy recorded GDP growth of 2.30% in 2026.
Historical Data
Tonga GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $716,000,000 | 2.30% | $7,238 | 0.00% | #194 |
| 2025 | $680,000,000 | 2.80% | $6,858 | 0.00% | #189 |
| 2024 | $646,000,000 | 1.70% | $6,498 | 0.00% | #197 |
| 2023 | $596,000,000 | 2.80% | $5,979 | 0.00% | #204 |
| 2022 | $553,000,000 | -2.10% | $5,535 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2021 | $521,000,000 | -0.90% | $5,197 | 0.00% | #209 |
| 2020 | $512,000,000 | 1.80% | $5,108 | 0.00% | #206 |
| 2019 | $505,000,000 | -0.30% | $5,035 | 0.00% | #208 |
| 2018 | $485,000,000 | 0.50% | $4,830 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2017 | $460,000,000 | 3.20% | $4,574 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2016 | $421,000,000 | 6.60% | $4,181 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2015 | $438,000,000 | 1.10% | $4,325 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2014 | $441,000,000 | 2.00% | $4,337 | 0.00% | #208 |
| 2013 | $452,000,000 | -1.10% | $4,420 | 0.00% | #206 |
| 2012 | $427,000,000 | 2.40% | $4,153 | 0.00% | #206 |
| 2011 | $415,000,000 | 6.80% | $4,015 | 0.00% | #207 |
| 2010 | $367,000,000 | 0.80% | $3,561 | 0.00% | #204 |
| 2009 | $312,000,000 | -5.20% | $3,040 | 0.00% | #204 |
| 2008 | $344,000,000 | 4.80% | $3,361 | 0.00% | #204 |
| 2007 | $299,000,000 | -2.50% | $2,920 | 0.00% | #204 |
| 2006 | $292,000,000 | -2.20% | $2,865 | 0.00% | #203 |
| 2005 | $262,000,000 | -0.40% | $2,582 | 0.00% | #202 |
| 2004 | $231,000,000 | -1.90% | $2,289 | 0.00% | #203 |
| 2003 | $202,000,000 | 0.10% | $2,015 | 0.00% | #203 |
| 2002 | $183,000,000 | 4.50% | $1,829 | 0.00% | #203 |
| 2001 | $181,000,000 | 1.50% | $1,818 | 0.00% | #198 |
| 2000 | $203,000,000 | 3.80% | $2,046 | 0.00% | #196 |
| 1999 | $197,000,000 | 2.30% | $1,994 | 0.00% | #188 |
| 1998 | $212,000,000 | 2.30% | $2,153 | 0.00% | #188 |
| 1997 | $222,000,000 | -0.60% | $2,264 | 0.00% | #186 |
| 1996 | $218,000,000 | 0.10% | $2,228 | 0.00% | #186 |
| 1995 | $207,000,000 | 7.90% | $2,123 | 0.00% | #184 |
| 1994 | $189,000,000 | 2.00% | $1,948 | 0.00% | #178 |
| 1993 | $183,000,000 | -0.10% | $1,884 | 0.00% | #177 |
| 1992 | $178,000,000 | -3.80% | $1,833 | 0.00% | #174 |
| 1991 | $169,000,000 | 5.90% | $1,751 | 0.00% | #160 |
| 1990 | $144,000,000 | 4.70% | $1,499 | 0.00% | #159 |
| 1989 | $139,000,000 | 1.10% | $1,461 | 0.00% | #154 |
| 1988 | $115,000,000 | -3.50% | $1,213 | 0.00% | #154 |
| 1987 | $98,000,000 | 1.70% | $1,037 | 0.00% | #155 |
| 1986 | $90,000,000 | 8.80% | $959 | 0.00% | #155 |
| 1985 | $76,000,000 | 5.60% | $803 | 0.00% | #153 |
| 1984 | $81,000,000 | 44.10% | $854 | 0.00% | #151 |
| 1983 | $77,000,000 | 5.80% | $818 | 0.00% | #150 |
| 1982 | $79,000,000 | 12.80% | $843 | 0.00% | #151 |
| 1981 | $79,000,000 | 14.00% | $851 | 0.00% | #149 |
| 1980 | $71,000,000 | 15.80% | $770 | 0.00% | #147 |
Tonga GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $753,000,000 | 1.30% | $7,625 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2028 | $771,000,000 | 1.30% | $7,824 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2029 | $797,000,000 | 1.30% | $8,119 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2030 | $825,000,000 | 1.30% | $8,419 | 0.00% | #181 |
| 2031 | $854,000,000 | 1.30% | $8,735 | 0.00% | #181 |
Tonga Economy Overview
Tonga has a small Pacific economy where remittances from citizens abroad are fundamental to household income and consumer spending. Agriculture produces squash, root crops, coconuts, vanilla, fruits, and livestock, while fisheries make use of the country's surrounding marine resources. Tourism, retail, construction, transportation, telecommunications, and government services account for much formal economic activity. The country's distance from major markets increases shipping costs and dependence on imports. Overseas communities in New Zealand, Australia, and the United States remain closely connected to the domestic economy.
Tonga GDP Outlook
Tongaโs outlook is supported by remittances, agriculture, tourism, and public investment. Recovery in travel, stronger agricultural exports, fisheries, and digital connectivity could support modest growth. Overseas income will continue to play a central role in household spending. Cyclones, volcanic events, migration, import dependence, and the countryโs remote location remain persistent challenges.