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South America GDP Per Capita Ranking 2021

The 12 South America economies ranked by GDP per capita. Group average: $98,793. Uruguay has the highest at $17,882.

Source: World BankMembers: 12Avg GDP per capita: $98,793Share: 797.3% world avg

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$98,793
South America avg GDP per capita
797.3%
of world average
12
member economies

Comparison within South America

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

Uruguay
$17,882
Chile
$16,207
Argentina
$10,738
Guyana
$9,861
Brazil
$7,973
Peru
$6,826
Colombia
$6,223
Ecuador
$6,061
Paraguay
$5,977
Suriname
$5,030
Bolivia
$4,011
Venezuela, RB
$2,005

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 $17,882.

What is the average GDP per capita in South America?

The average GDP per capita across South America members is $98,793 in 2021.

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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