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South America GDP Per Capita Ranking 2017

The 12 South America economies ranked by GDP per capita. Group average: $104,347. Uruguay has the highest at $19,185.

Source: World BankMembers: 12Avg GDP per capita: $104,347Share: 970.9% world avg

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$104,347
South America avg GDP per capita
970.9%
of world average
12
member economies

Comparison within South America

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

Uruguay
$19,185
Chile
$14,880
Argentina
$14,533
Brazil
$10,081
Peru
$6,736
Colombia
$6,480
Ecuador
$6,233
Guyana
$6,179
Paraguay
$6,152
Suriname
$6,050
Bolivia
$4,048
Venezuela, RB
$3,791

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 $19,185.

What is the average GDP per capita in South America?

The average GDP per capita across South America members is $104,347 in 2017.

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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