The gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in South Korea stood at 36,240 U.S. dollars in 2024. From 1980 to 2024, the GDP per capita rose by 34,500 U.S. dollars, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend. Between 2024 and 2030, the GDP per capita will rise by 8,020 U.S. dollars, showing an overall upward trend with periodic ups and downs.This indicator describes the gross domestic product per capita at current prices. Thereby, the gross domestic product was first converted from national currency to U.S. dollars at current exchange rates and then divided by the total population. The gross domestic product is a measure of a country's productivity. It refers to the total value of goods and service produced during a given time period (here a year).

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in South Korea was last recorded at 34121.02 US dollars in 2023. The GDP per Capita in South Korea is equivalent to 270 percent of the world's average. This dataset provides - South Korea GDP per capita - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Historical dataset showing North Korea GDP per capita by year from N/A to N/A.

Key information about South Korea GDP Per Capita

• South Korea Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per Capita reached 36,222.600 USD in Dec 2024, compared with 35,681.000 USD in Dec 2023.
• South Korea GDP Per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 1953 to Dec 2024, with an average number of 5.500 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 5.500 USD in Dec 2025 and a record low of 5.500 in Dec 2025.

• In the latest reports, South Korea GDP expanded 1.705 % YoY in Sep 2025.
• South Korea Nominal GDP reached 471.908 USD bn in Jun 2025.
• Its GDP deflator (implicit price deflator) increased 2.803 % in Jun 2025.
• Gross Savings Rate of South Korea was measured at 35.242 % in Jun 2025.

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in South Korea was last recorded at 49995.49 US dollars in 2023, when adjusted by purchasing power parity (PPP). The GDP per Capita, in South Korea, when adjusted by Purchasing Power Parity is equivalent to 281 percent of the world's average. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - South Korea GDP per capita PPP - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In 2023, South Korea's nominal gross domestic product (GDP) reached approximately ***** trillion South Korean won, while North Korea's amounted to about **** trillion South Korean won. Consequently, South Korea's nominal GDP was approximately ** times larger than that of North Korea during that year. Moreover, North Korea's GDP growth has been notably slower than that of South Korea.North Korea's economic development North Korea's economy is centered around its capital city and military, with particular emphasis on the expansion of its nuclear capabilities in recent decades. Roughly ** percent of foreign trade has been with China in the past decade, from which it imports mainly intermediate goods and raw materials. Food shortages, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, are a recurring issue for North Korea, as poor harvests, international sanctions, and a downturn in inter-Korean trade have created sourcing problems. The full extent of this issue remains unknown, but it is estimated that almost **** the population is undernourished. Kaesong Industrial ComplexThe Kaesong Industrial Complex project began in 2000 and was a crucial part of South Korea's efforts to improve relations with North Korea. It aimed to foster cooperation between the two Koreas and promote stability in the region. The industrial park, located in Kaesong, North Korea, was intended to provide a platform for small and medium-sized South Korean companies. South Korea would provide the necessary capital and infrastructure, while North Korean workers would be tasked with manufacturing products, aiming to stimulate economic growth on both sides of the border. Unfortunately, the complex was affected by tensions between the two Koreas and shut down in 2016. It has not been reopened since.

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in North Korea was worth 18 billion US dollars in 2019, according to official data from the World Bank. The GDP value of North Korea represents 0.02 percent of the world economy. This dataset provides - North Korea GDP - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

North Korea: GDP per capita, constant dollars: The latest value from is U.S. dollars, unavailable from U.S. dollars in . In comparison, the world average is 0.00 U.S. dollars, based on data from countries. Historically, the average for North Korea from to is U.S. dollars. The minimum value, U.S. dollars, was reached in while the maximum of U.S. dollars was recorded in .

South Korea: GDP per capita, current U.S. dollars: The latest value from 2023 is 33121.37 U.S. dollars, an increase from 32394.68 U.S. dollars in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 20898.06 U.S. dollars, based on data from 188 countries. Historically, the average for South Korea from 1960 to 2023 is 11389.52 U.S. dollars. The minimum value, 93.83 U.S. dollars, was reached in 1961 while the maximum of 35125.52 U.S. dollars was recorded in 2021.

Historical dataset showing South Korea GDP per capita by year from 1960 to 2023.

In 2023, South Korea's gross national income (GNI) per capita was approximately ***** million South Korean won, while North Korea's GNI per capita was about **** million won. South Korea's GNI per capita was almost ** times higher than that of North Korea.

GDP per capita (constant 2015 US$) in South Korea was reported at 34121 USD in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. South Korea - GDP per capita (constant 2000 US$) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

Yearly (annual) dataset of the South Korea GDP per Capita, including historical data, latest releases, and long-term trends from 1960-12-31 to 2023-12-31. Available for free download in CSV format.

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South Korea: GDP per capita, Purchasing Power Parity: The latest value from 2023 is 50414 U.S. dollars, an increase from 49778 U.S. dollars in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 26561 U.S. dollars, based on data from 187 countries. Historically, the average for South Korea from 1990 to 2023 is 32678 U.S. dollars. The minimum value, 13840 U.S. dollars, was reached in 1990 while the maximum of 50414 U.S. dollars was recorded in 2023.

Actual value and historical data chart for South Korea GDP Per Person Employed Constant 1990 Ppp Dollar

North Korea KP:(GDP) Gross Domestic Productper Person Employed: 2011 PPP data was reported at 2,752.026 Intl $ in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,720.361 Intl $ for 2016. North Korea KP:(GDP) Gross Domestic Productper Person Employed: 2011 PPP data is updated yearly, averaging 2,752.026 Intl $ from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2017, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,905.480 Intl $ in 1991 and a record low of 2,558.657 Intl $ in 1998. North Korea KP:(GDP) Gross Domestic Productper Person Employed: 2011 PPP data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank: Employment and Unemployment. GDP per person employed is gross domestic product (GDP) divided by total employment in the economy. Purchasing power parity (PPP) GDP is GDP converted to 2011 constant international dollars using PPP rates. An international dollar has the same purchasing power over GDP that a U.S. dollar has in the United States.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in November 2017.; Weighted average; Data up to 2016 are estimates while data from 2017 are projections.

Actual value and historical data chart for South Korea GDP Per Capita Current Lcu

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in South Korea was worth 1712.79 billion US dollars in 2023, according to official data from the World Bank. The GDP value of South Korea represents 1.62 percent of the world economy. This dataset provides - South Korea GDP - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

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