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South America GDP Per Capita Ranking 2016

The 12 South America economies ranked by GDP per capita. Group average: $94,287. Uruguay has the highest at $17,010.

Source: World BankMembers: 12Avg GDP per capita: $94,287Share: 923.9% world avg

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$94,287
South America avg GDP per capita
923.9%
of world average
12
member economies

Comparison within South America

Each member's GDP per capita relative to the group.

Uruguay
$17,010
Chile
$13,650
Argentina
$12,700
Brazil
$8,836
Peru
$6,217
Colombia
$5,960
Ecuador
$5,918
Guyana
$5,871
Paraguay
$5,775
Suriname
$5,644
Venezuela, RB
$3,670
Bolivia
$3,036

South America ranking — all members

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FAQ

Which South America country has the highest GDP per capita?

Uruguay has the highest GDP per capita in South America at $17,010.

What is the average GDP per capita in South America?

The average GDP per capita across South America members is $94,287 in 2016.

Can I download South America GDP per capita data?

Yes — all member countries with GDP per capita data are available as Excel and CSV.

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