Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (2024)

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Introduction

The poorest countries in the world are those with the lowest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita. GDP is an economic indicator that measures the value of goods and services produced by a country over a given period. Thus, the poorer the country, the lower its GDP. Unfortunately, poverty remains a global challenge with about 8% of the world’s population living in extreme poverty meaning that people are earning less than $2.15 per day.

In the world, the poorest countries are mostly located in Africa and Asia, with Burundi being the poorest country followed by Somalia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, and Madagascar. These countries are located in Sub-Saharan Africa, where poverty is widespread due to factors such as political instability, corruption, lack of infrastructure, and poor access to education and healthcare. In Asia, the poorest countries are Yemen, Tajikistan, and Myanmar, where poverty is also prevalent due to political conflicts and economic instability.

List of Poorest Countries in the World

#CountryGDP per capitaGNI per capitaGini CoefficientPoverty Rate
1Burundi$237$24038.664.9%
2Somalia$446$45036.8
3Mozambique$500$4805446.1%
4Central African Republic$511$53056.262%
5Madagascar$515$50042.670.7%
6Sierra Leone$516$51035.756.8%
7Democratic Republic of the Congo$584$58042.163.9%
8Niger$595$59037.340.8%
9Malawi$643$63038.551.5%
10Liberia$673$62035.350.9%
11Yemen$69136.748.6%
12Chad$696$65037.542.3%
13Sudan$764$67034.246.5%
14Guinea-Bissau$813$78034.869.3%
15Rwanda$834$85043.738.2%
16The Gambia$836$800
17Uganda$858$84042.721.4%
18Tajikistan$897$1,1503426.3%
19Burkina Faso$918$86047.341.4%
20Mali$918$87036.142.1%
21Ethiopia$944$9603523.5%
22Togo$992$98042.455.1%
23Zambia$1,121$1,04057.154.4%
24Tanzania$1,136$1,14040.526.4%
25Lesotho$1,166$1,27044.949.7%
26Guinea$1,174$1,01029.643.7%
27Myanmar$1,187$1,14030.724.8%
28Nepal$1,223$1,23032.825.2%
29Kyrgyzstan$1,276$1,1802920.1%
30Benin$1,428$1,37037.838.5%
31East Timor$1,458$1,94028.7
32Comoros$1,495$1,46045.342.4%
33Pakistan$1,538$1,50029.624.3%
34Cambodia$1,591$1,55037.917.7%
35Senegal$1,606$1,54038.146.7%
36Cameroon$1,662$1,59046.637.5%
37Mauritania$1,723$1,73032.631%
38Zimbabwe$1,737$1,40050.338.3%
39Haiti$1,815$1,42041.158.5%
40Uzbekistan$1,983$1,96035.314.1%
41Kenya$2,007$2,01040.836.1%
42Nigeria$2,085$2,10035.140.1%
43Nicaragua$2,091$2,01046.224.9%
44Angola$2,138$1,77051.332.3%
45Republic of the Congo$2,214$1,63048.940.9%
46India$2,277$2,17035.721.9%
47Solomon Islands$2,337$2,30012.7%
48Ghana$2,445$2,36043.523.4%
49São Tomé and Príncipe$2,449$2,28040.7
50Bangladesh$2,503$2,62032.424.3%
51Laos$2,551$2,52038.818.3%
52Ivory Coast$2,579$2,45037.239.5%
53Lebanon$2,670$3,45031.827.4%
54Honduras$2,831$2,54048.248.3%
55Papua New Guinea$2,916$2,79041.939.9%
56Vanuatu$3,127$3,14012.7%
57Djibouti$3,364$3,30041.621.1%
58Bolivia$3,415$3,36043.637.2%
59Federated States of Micronesia$3,477$3,880
60Morocco$3,497$3,35039.54.8%
61Philippines$3,549$3,64042.316.7%
62Palestine$3,664$4,22029.2%
63Vietnam$3,694$3,56035.76.7%
64Algeria$3,765$3,66027.65.5%
65Sri Lanka$3,815$3,82039.34.1%
66Egypt$3,876$3,51031.532.5%
67Tunisia$3,924$3,63032.815.2%
68Marshall Islands$4,171$5,050
69Eswatini$4,215$3,68054.658.9%
70Indonesia$4,292$4,14037.99.4%
71Jordan$4,406$4,48033.715.7%
72El Salvador$4,409$4,14038.822.8%
73Belize$4,420$4,29049.8
74Mongolia$4,535$3,76032.728.4%
75Jamaica$4,587$4,8003519.9%
76Armenia$4,670$4,56025.226.4%
77Namibia$4,729$4,55059.117.4%
78Suriname$4,836$4,44057.9
79Ukraine$4,836$4,12025.61.1%
80Guatemala$5,026$4,94048.359.3%
81Georgia$5,042$4,74034.519.5%
82Iraq$5,048$5,04029.518.9%
83Fiji$5,086$4,86030.729.9%
84Moldova$5,315$5,460267.3%
85Azerbaijan$5,384$4,88033.76%
86Paraguay$5,400$5,34043.523.5%
87Ecuador$5,935$5,93047.325%
88Libya$6,018$8,430
89Colombia$6,131$6,16054.235.7%
90Albania$6,494$6,11030.814.3%
91Peru$6,692$6,52043.820.2%
92Republic of Macedonia$6,721$6,130
93Bosnia and Herzegovina$6,916$6,7703316.9%
94South Africa$6,994$6,4406355.5%
95Thailand$7,233$7,260359.9%
96Belarus$7,304$6,95024.45%
97Botswana$7,348$6,94053.319.3%
98Brazil$7,519$7,72048.926.5%
99Dominica$7,560$7,760
100Saint Vincent and the Grenadines$7,997$8,100
101Gabon$8,017$7,1003833.4%
102Equatorial Guinea$8,462$5,81076.8%
103Dominican Republic$8,604$8,22039.621%
104Mauritius$8,812$10,86036.810.3%
105Maldives$8,995$8,40029.38.2%
106Serbia$9,215$8,44034.523.2%
107Montenegro$9,367$9,30036.824.5%
108Guyana$9,375$9,38044.6
109Saint Lucia$9,571$9,68051.225%
110Turkey$9,587$9,83041.914.4%
111Mexico$9,926$9,38045.441.9%
112Grenada$9,929$9,630
113Kazakhstan$10,041$8,72027.84.3%
114Argentina$10,729$10,05042.335.5%
115Malaysia$11,371$10,93041.15.6%
116Bulgaria$11,635$10,72040.323.8%
117Russia$12,173$11,6003612.6%
118Nauru$12,252$19,470
119Costa Rica$12,509$12,31049.321%
120People's Republic of China$12,556$11,89038.213%
121Seychelles$13,307$13,26032.125.3%
122Panama$14,516$14,01049.822.1%
123Romania$14,862$14,17034.823.8%
124Antigua and Barbuda$14,901$14,900
125Trinidad and Tobago$15,243$15,07040.3
126Oman$16,439
127Chile$16,503$15,00044.98.6%
128Uruguay$17,021$15,80040.28.8%
129Barbados$17,034$16,720
130Croatia$17,399$17,15028.918.3%
131Poland$17,841$16,67030.215.4%
132Saint Kitts and Nevis$18,230$18,560
133Hungary$18,773$17,7403012.3%
134Greece$20,277$20,14033.117.9%
135Latvia$20,642$19,37034.522.9%
136Slovakia$21,088$20,25023.2
137Bahrain$22,232
138Lithuania$23,433$21,61035.320.6%
139Saudi Arabia$23,58645.9
140Turks and Caicos Islands$24,047$23,600
141Portugal$24,262$23,73032.817.2%
142Czech Republic$26,378$24,07025.310.1%
143Estonia$27,281$25,97030.821.7%
144The Bahamas$28,239$27,220
145Slovenia$29,201$28,24024.412%
146Spain$30,116$29,74034.320.7%
147Cyprus$30,798$28,13031.214.7%
148Brunei$31,723
149Malta$33,257$30,5603117.1%
150South Korea$34,758$34,98031.4
151Italy$35,551$35,71035.220.1%
152Japan$39,285$42,62032.915.7%
153Andorra$43,048
154France$43,519$43,88032.413.6%
155Macau$45,42235
156United Kingdom$47,334$45,38035.118.6%
157New Zealand$48,802$45,34036.2
158Hong Kong$49,661$54,45053.9
159Germany$50,802$51,04031.714.8%
160Israel$51,430$49,56038.616.9%
161Belgium$51,768$50,51027.214.8%
162Canada$52,051$48,31033.311.6%
163Austria$53,268$52,21030.213.3%
164Finland$53,983$53,66027.712.2%
165Netherlands$58,061$56,37029.213.6%
166Australia$59,934$56,76034.312.4%
167Sweden$60,239$58,89029.317.1%
168Qatar$61,276$57,12041.1
169Denmark$67,803$68,11027.712.5%
170Iceland$68,384$64,41026.18.8%
171United States of America$69,288$70,43041.517.8%
172Singapore$72,794$64,01045.9
173Norway$89,203$84,09027.712.7%
174Switzerland$93,457$90,36033.116%
175Ireland$99,152$74,52030.613.1%
176Bermuda$110,869$116,540
177Luxembourg$135,68334.217.5%

Poorest Countries

The ten poorest countries in the world are Burundi, Somalia, Mozambique, the Central African Republic, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Malawi, and Liberia, in that order. Burundi has the lowest GDP per capita of $237, making it the poorest country in the world. Somalia is the second poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $446, followed by Mozambique as the third poorest country, with a GDP per capita of $500, and the Central African Republic as the fourth poorest country, with a GDP per capita of $511. Madagascar, with a GDP per capita of $515, is the fifth poorest country in the world, while Sierra Leone, with a GDP per capita of $516, is the sixth poorest country in the world. The seventh and eighth poorest countries are the Democratic Republic of the Congo with a GDP per capita of $584, and Niger with a GDP per capita of $595. Finally, Malawi and Liberia are the ninth and tenth poorest countries in the world, with GDPs per capita of $643 and $673 respectively.

The top 10 poorest countries in the world are :

1. Burundi – $237
2. Somalia – $446
3. Mozambique – $500
4. Central African Republic – $511
5. Madagascar – $515
6. Sierra Leone – US$516
7. Democratic Republic of the Congo – $584
8. Niger – $595
9. Malawi – $643
10. Liberia – $673

Poorest Country in the World

Burundi is the poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $237. It is a landlocked country situated in East Africa that has limited natural resources and is often affected by natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and landslides. As a result, the country’s economy is not very diversified, relying mainly on agriculture which accounts for approximately 90% of the country’s employment, and is likely to be affected by these natural disasters. Burundi has also been experiencing political instability, ethnic conflicts, and social unrest which have contributed significantly to its poverty.

Source

The data used on this page comes from the global organization the World Bank. The GDP per capita is gathered through various sources such as national statistical offices, central banks, and other international organizations and is calculated by dividing the total GDP of a country by its population. The data is presented in US dollars (USD).

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Algeria

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Andorra

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Angola

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Antigua and Barbuda

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Argentina

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Armenia

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Australia

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Austria

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Bahrain

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Bangladesh

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Barbados

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Belarus

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Belgium

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Belize

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Benin

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Bermuda

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Bolivia

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Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Botswana

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Brazil

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Brunei

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Bulgaria

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Burkina Faso

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Burundi

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Burundi is the poorest country in the world with a GDP per capita of $237. Located in East Africa, Burundi has been affected by political instability, civil unrest, and poverty for many years. In addition, the country relies heavily on subsistence agriculture, which has been impacted by climate change and soil degradation. Burundi is also one of the most densely populated countries in Africa, exacerbating food and water scarcity. These factors, combined with limited access to education and healthcare, contribute to the country's extreme poverty.

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Cambodia

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Cameroon

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Canada

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Central African Republic

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The Central African Republic is the fourth poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $511. The country has been beset by political instability, violence, and poverty for many years. For instance, the Central African Republic has suffered from several coups and ongoing conflict between different armed groups. The country's economy is also primarily agricultural, and subsistence farming is the main livelihood for most of the population. However, recurrent droughts and floods have damaged crops, leading to food insecurity and malnutrition.

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Chad

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Chile

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Colombia

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Comoros

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Costa Rica

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Croatia

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Cyprus

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Czech Republic

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Democratic Republic of the Congo

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the seventh poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $584. The country has been affected by conflict, political instability, and poverty for many years. The DRC is rich in natural resources, including minerals, timber, and hydroelectric power. However, these resources have been a source of conflict and corruption, which have hindered economic development. The country also faces significant challenges in healthcare and education, leading to high levels of infant mortality and illiteracy rates.

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Denmark

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$67,803

Ranked in the World

#169

$68,110

Ranked in the World

#6

Ranked in the World

#150

12.5%

Ranked in the World

#130

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (41)

Djibouti

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$3,364

Ranked in the World

#57

$3,300

Ranked in the World

#115

Ranked in the World

#46

21.1%

Ranked in the World

#83

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (42)

Dominica

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$7,560

Ranked in the World

#99

$7,760

Ranked in the World

#71

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (43)

Dominican Republic

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$8,604

Ranked in the World

#103

$8,220

Ranked in the World

#69

Ranked in the World

#59

Ranked in the World

#85

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (44)

East Timor

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$1,458

Ranked in the World

#31

$1,940

Ranked in the World

#130

Ranked in the World

#148

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (46)

Egypt

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$3,876

Ranked in the World

#66

$3,510

Ranked in the World

#111

Ranked in the World

#127

32.5%

Ranked in the World

#47

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (47)

El Salvador

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$4,409

Ranked in the World

#72

$4,140

Ranked in the World

#100

Ranked in the World

#63

22.8%

Ranked in the World

#76

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (48)

Equatorial Guinea

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$8,462

Ranked in the World

#102

$5,810

Ranked in the World

#84

76.8%

Ranked in the World

#1

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (49)

Estonia

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$27,281

Ranked in the World

#143

$25,970

Ranked in the World

#31

Ranked in the World

#132

21.7%

Ranked in the World

#81

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (50)

Eswatini

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$4,215

Ranked in the World

#69

$3,680

Ranked in the World

#106

Ranked in the World

#6

58.9%

Ranked in the World

#10

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (51)

Ethiopia

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Ranked in the World

#21

Ranked in the World

#151

Ranked in the World

#95

23.5%

Ranked in the World

#71

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (52)

Federated States of Micronesia

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$3,477

Ranked in the World

#59

$3,880

Ranked in the World

#103

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (53)

Fiji

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$5,086

Ranked in the World

#83

$4,860

Ranked in the World

#91

Ranked in the World

#133

29.9%

Ranked in the World

#50

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (54)

Finland

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$53,983

Ranked in the World

#164

$53,660

Ranked in the World

#14

Ranked in the World

#151

12.2%

Ranked in the World

#133

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (55)

France

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$43,519

Ranked in the World

#154

$43,880

Ranked in the World

#22

Ranked in the World

#123

13.6%

Ranked in the World

#121

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (56)

Gabon

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$8,017

Ranked in the World

#101

$7,100

Ranked in the World

#74

Ranked in the World

#70

33.4%

Ranked in the World

#45

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (57)

Georgia

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$5,042

Ranked in the World

#81

$4,740

Ranked in the World

#93

Ranked in the World

#101

19.5%

Ranked in the World

#93

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (58)

Germany

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$50,802

Ranked in the World

#159

$51,040

Ranked in the World

#16

Ranked in the World

#126

14.8%

Ranked in the World

#116

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (59)

Ghana

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$2,445

Ranked in the World

#48

$2,360

Ranked in the World

#122

Ranked in the World

#36

23.4%

Ranked in the World

#73

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (60)

Greece

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$20,277

Ranked in the World

#134

$20,140

Ranked in the World

#37

Ranked in the World

#113

17.9%

Ranked in the World

#99

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (61)

Grenada

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$9,929

Ranked in the World

#112

$9,630

Ranked in the World

#61

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (62)

Guatemala

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$5,026

Ranked in the World

#80

$4,940

Ranked in the World

#89

Ranked in the World

#19

59.3%

Ranked in the World

#9

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (63)

Guinea

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$1,174

Ranked in the World

#26

$1,010

Ranked in the World

#149

Ranked in the World

#139

43.7%

Ranked in the World

#25

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (64)

Guinea-Bissau

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#14

Ranked in the World

#157

Ranked in the World

#99

69.3%

Ranked in the World

#4

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (65)

Guyana

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$9,375

Ranked in the World

#108

$9,380

Ranked in the World

#62

Ranked in the World

#31

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (66)

Haiti

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$1,815

Ranked in the World

#39

$1,420

Ranked in the World

#139

Ranked in the World

#48

58.5%

Ranked in the World

#11

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (67)

Honduras

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$2,831

Ranked in the World

#54

$2,540

Ranked in the World

#119

Ranked in the World

#20

48.3%

Ranked in the World

#21

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (68)

Hong Kong

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$49,661

Ranked in the World

#158

$54,450

Ranked in the World

#13

Ranked in the World

#9

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (69)

Hungary

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$18,773

Ranked in the World

#133

$17,740

Ranked in the World

#41

Ranked in the World

#138

12.3%

Ranked in the World

#132

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (70)

Iceland

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$68,384

Ranked in the World

#170

$64,410

Ranked in the World

#7

Ranked in the World

#155

8.8%

Ranked in the World

#140

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (71)

India

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$2,277

Ranked in the World

#46

$2,170

Ranked in the World

#125

Ranked in the World

#86

21.9%

Ranked in the World

#79

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (72)

Indonesia

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$4,292

Ranked in the World

#70

$4,140

Ranked in the World

#101

Ranked in the World

#72

9.4%

Ranked in the World

#139

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (73)

Iraq

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$5,048

Ranked in the World

#82

$5,040

Ranked in the World

#88

Ranked in the World

#141

18.9%

Ranked in the World

#95

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (74)

Ireland

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$99,152

Ranked in the World

#175

$74,520

Ranked in the World

#4

Ranked in the World

#135

13.1%

Ranked in the World

#124

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (75)

Israel

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$51,430

Ranked in the World

#160

$49,560

Ranked in the World

#18

Ranked in the World

#66

16.9%

Ranked in the World

#108

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (76)

Italy

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$35,551

Ranked in the World

#151

$35,710

Ranked in the World

#24

Ranked in the World

#92

20.1%

Ranked in the World

#90

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (77)

Ivory Coast

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$2,579

Ranked in the World

#52

$2,450

Ranked in the World

#121

Ranked in the World

#78

39.5%

Ranked in the World

#35

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (78)

Jamaica

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$4,587

Ranked in the World

#75

$4,800

Ranked in the World

#92

Ranked in the World

#96

19.9%

Ranked in the World

#92

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (79)

Japan

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$39,285

Ranked in the World

#152

$42,620

Ranked in the World

#23

Ranked in the World

#116

15.7%

Ranked in the World

#111

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (80)

Jordan

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$4,406

Ranked in the World

#71

$4,480

Ranked in the World

#96

Ranked in the World

#110

15.7%

Ranked in the World

#112

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (81)

Kazakhstan

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$10,041

Ranked in the World

#113

$8,720

Ranked in the World

#65

Ranked in the World

#149

4.3%

Ranked in the World

#152

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (82)

Kenya

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$2,007

Ranked in the World

#41

$2,010

Ranked in the World

#127

Ranked in the World

#52

36.1%

Ranked in the World

#41

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (83)

Kyrgyzstan

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$1,276

Ranked in the World

#29

$1,180

Ranked in the World

#144

Ranked in the World

#146

20.1%

Ranked in the World

#91

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (84)

Laos

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$2,551

Ranked in the World

#51

$2,520

Ranked in the World

#120

Ranked in the World

#64

18.3%

Ranked in the World

#98

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (85)

Latvia

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$20,642

Ranked in the World

#135

$19,370

Ranked in the World

#39

Ranked in the World

#102

22.9%

Ranked in the World

#75

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (86)

Lebanon

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$2,670

Ranked in the World

#53

$3,450

Ranked in the World

#112

Ranked in the World

#125

27.4%

Ranked in the World

#53

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (87)

Lesotho

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$1,166

Ranked in the World

#25

$1,270

Ranked in the World

#142

Ranked in the World

#30

49.7%

Ranked in the World

#19

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (88)

Liberia

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#10

Ranked in the World

#161

Ranked in the World

#89

50.9%

Ranked in the World

#18

Liberia is the tenth poorest country in the world with a GDP per capita of $673. It is a small country located on the west coast of Africa and is still recovering from a devastating civil war that ended in 2003. Liberia's economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, mining, and foreign aid. The country faces numerous challenges such as high unemployment, a weak infrastructure, and a low level of education among its population. Liberia has also struggled with political instability and corruption, which have hindered its development.

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Libya

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$6,018

Ranked in the World

#88

$8,430

Ranked in the World

#67

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Lithuania

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$23,433

Ranked in the World

#138

$21,610

Ranked in the World

#35

Ranked in the World

#90

20.6%

Ranked in the World

#87

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (91)

Luxembourg

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$135,683

Ranked in the World

#177

Ranked in the World

#106

17.5%

Ranked in the World

#102

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (92)

Macau

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$45,422

Ranked in the World

#155

Ranked in the World

#97

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (93)

Madagascar

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#5

Ranked in the World

#166

Ranked in the World

#39

70.7%

Ranked in the World

#3

Madagascar is the fifth poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $515. Located off the southeastern coast of Africa, Madagascar has a rich biodiversity and natural resources, but poverty remains widespread. The country's economy is largely dependent on agriculture, particularly rice cultivation. However, climate change has led to recurrent droughts and floods, impacting agricultural productivity. Madagascar also faces high levels of deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and soil erosion, further contributing to poverty.

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Malawi

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#9

Ranked in the World

#160

Ranked in the World

#67

51.5%

Ranked in the World

#17

Malawi is the ninth poorest country in the world with a GDP per capita of $643. It is a landlocked country in southeastern Africa and has a predominantly agricultural economy. Malawi faces numerous challenges such as a rapidly growing population, the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and high rates of poverty and malnutrition. The country has also experienced political instability with periodic episodes of violence and unrest, further contributing to the country’s poverty.

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Malaysia

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$11,371

Ranked in the World

#115

$10,930

Ranked in the World

#55

Ranked in the World

#49

5.6%

Ranked in the World

#148

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (96)

Maldives

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$8,995

Ranked in the World

#105

$8,400

Ranked in the World

#68

Ranked in the World

#142

8.2%

Ranked in the World

#144

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (97)

Mali

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#20

Ranked in the World

#152

Ranked in the World

#84

42.1%

Ranked in the World

#28

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (98)

Malta

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$33,257

Ranked in the World

#149

$30,560

Ranked in the World

#26

Ranked in the World

#130

17.1%

Ranked in the World

#105

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (99)

Marshall Islands

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$4,171

Ranked in the World

#68

$5,050

Ranked in the World

#87

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Mauritania

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$1,723

Ranked in the World

#37

$1,730

Ranked in the World

#132

Ranked in the World

#121

Ranked in the World

#49

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (101)

Mauritius

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$8,812

Ranked in the World

#104

$10,860

Ranked in the World

#56

Ranked in the World

#79

10.3%

Ranked in the World

#136

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (102)

Mexico

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$9,926

Ranked in the World

#111

$9,380

Ranked in the World

#63

Ranked in the World

#27

41.9%

Ranked in the World

#29

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (103)

Moldova

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$5,315

Ranked in the World

#84

$5,460

Ranked in the World

#85

Ranked in the World

#156

7.3%

Ranked in the World

#145

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (104)

Mongolia

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$4,535

Ranked in the World

#74

$3,760

Ranked in the World

#105

Ranked in the World

#120

28.4%

Ranked in the World

#52

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (105)

Montenegro

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$9,367

Ranked in the World

#107

$9,300

Ranked in the World

#64

Ranked in the World

#80

24.5%

Ranked in the World

#66

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (106)

Morocco

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$3,497

Ranked in the World

#60

$3,350

Ranked in the World

#114

Ranked in the World

#60

4.8%

Ranked in the World

#151

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (107)

Mozambique

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#3

Ranked in the World

#167

Ranked in the World

#8

46.1%

Ranked in the World

#24

Mozambique is the third poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $500. Despite being rich in natural resources, including coal and natural gas, the country has struggled with poverty, inequality, and political instability. Mozambique has been severely affected by natural disasters such as cyclones, floods, and droughts which have destroyed infrastructure and damaged crops. Infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS and malaria further contribute to the country’s poverty.

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Myanmar

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$1,187

Ranked in the World

#27

$1,140

Ranked in the World

#146

Ranked in the World

#134

24.8%

Ranked in the World

#65

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (109)

Namibia

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$4,729

Ranked in the World

#77

$4,550

Ranked in the World

#95

Ranked in the World

#2

17.4%

Ranked in the World

#103

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (110)

Nauru

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$12,252

Ranked in the World

#118

$19,470

Ranked in the World

#38

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (111)

Nepal

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$1,223

Ranked in the World

#28

$1,230

Ranked in the World

#143

Ranked in the World

#117

25.2%

Ranked in the World

#60

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (112)

Netherlands

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$58,061

Ranked in the World

#165

$56,370

Ranked in the World

#12

Ranked in the World

#144

13.6%

Ranked in the World

#122

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (113)

New Zealand

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$48,802

Ranked in the World

#157

$45,340

Ranked in the World

#21

Ranked in the World

#83

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (114)

Nicaragua

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$2,091

Ranked in the World

#43

$2,010

Ranked in the World

#128

Ranked in the World

#24

24.9%

Ranked in the World

#63

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (115)

Niger

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#8

Ranked in the World

#162

Ranked in the World

#77

40.8%

Ranked in the World

#32

Niger is the eighth poorest country in the world with a GDP per capita of $595. The country is located in West Africa and is one of the largest countries in the region. Niger has a predominantly rural economy and is heavily dependent on subsistence agriculture and livestock production. Yet, the country faces numerous challenges such as desertification, frequent droughts, and a rapidly growing population. Niger has also experienced political instability and a high level of corruption, which has hindered its development.

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Nigeria

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$2,085

Ranked in the World

#42

$2,100

Ranked in the World

#126

Ranked in the World

#93

40.1%

Ranked in the World

#33

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (117)

Norway

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$89,203

Ranked in the World

#173

$84,090

Ranked in the World

#3

Ranked in the World

#152

12.7%

Ranked in the World

#126

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (118)

Oman

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$16,439

Ranked in the World

#126

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (119)

Pakistan

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$1,538

Ranked in the World

#33

$1,500

Ranked in the World

#137

Ranked in the World

#140

24.3%

Ranked in the World

#68

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (120)

Palestine

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$3,664

Ranked in the World

#62

$4,220

Ranked in the World

#99

29.2%

Ranked in the World

#51

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (121)

Panama

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$14,516

Ranked in the World

#122

$14,010

Ranked in the World

#50

Ranked in the World

#15

22.1%

Ranked in the World

#78

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (122)

Papua New Guinea

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$2,916

Ranked in the World

#55

$2,790

Ranked in the World

#117

Ranked in the World

#44

39.9%

Ranked in the World

#34

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (123)

Paraguay

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$5,400

Ranked in the World

#86

$5,340

Ranked in the World

#86

Ranked in the World

#37

23.5%

Ranked in the World

#72

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (124)

People's Republic of China

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$12,556

Ranked in the World

#120

$11,890

Ranked in the World

#53

Ranked in the World

#68

Ranked in the World

#125

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (125)

Peru

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$6,692

Ranked in the World

#91

$6,520

Ranked in the World

#78

Ranked in the World

#33

20.2%

Ranked in the World

#89

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (126)

Philippines

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$3,549

Ranked in the World

#61

$3,640

Ranked in the World

#108

Ranked in the World

#42

16.7%

Ranked in the World

#109

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (127)

Poland

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$17,841

Ranked in the World

#131

$16,670

Ranked in the World

#44

Ranked in the World

#137

15.4%

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#113

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$23,730

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17.2%

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#104

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Qatar

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$57,120

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#10

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#50

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Republic of Macedonia

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$6,130

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Republic of the Congo

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$2,214

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#45

$1,630

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#133

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#18

40.9%

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#31

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Romania

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$14,862

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$14,170

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#49

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23.8%

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#70

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Russia

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$12,173

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$11,600

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#54

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#85

12.6%

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#129

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Rwanda

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#154

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#34

38.2%

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#38

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Saint Kitts and Nevis

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$18,560

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#40

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Saint Lucia

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$9,680

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#12

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#62

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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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$8,100

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#70

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São Tomé and Príncipe

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$2,280

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#124

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#54

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Saudi Arabia

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#25

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Senegal

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$1,606

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$1,540

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#136

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#69

46.7%

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#22

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Serbia

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$8,440

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#66

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#103

23.2%

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#74

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Seychelles

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$13,260

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#51

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#124

25.3%

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#59

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Sierra Leone

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56.8%

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#12

Sierra Leone is the sixth poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $516. The country has suffered from years of political instability, civil war, and natural disasters. In addition, Sierra Leone's economy is largely dependent on agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, which has been severely impacted by climate change. The country also faces significant challenges in healthcare and education, leading to high levels of infant mortality and illiteracy rates.

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Singapore

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$64,010

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Slovakia

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$20,250

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Slovenia

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$28,240

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#28

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#162

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Solomon Islands

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$2,300

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12.7%

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Somalia

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Somalia is the second poorest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $446. The country has been devastated by decades of conflict, terrorism, and droughts. The ongoing civil war and the presence of extremist groups have destabilized the country, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis. Somalia's economy is also heavily dependent on agriculture and livestock, which have been severely impacted by climate change and insecurity. Finally, the lack of access to basic services such as healthcare and education further exacerbates the country's poverty.

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South Africa

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$6,440

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#79

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55.5%

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#13

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South Korea

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$34,980

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Spain

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$29,740

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#27

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#105

20.7%

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#86

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Sri Lanka

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$3,820

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#104

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#61

4.1%

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#153

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Sudan

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#158

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#107

46.5%

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#23

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Suriname

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$4,440

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#97

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#3

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Sweden

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$58,890

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#143

17.1%

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#106

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Switzerland

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$90,360

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#114

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#110

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Tajikistan

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$1,150

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#145

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#108

26.3%

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#57

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Tanzania

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$1,140

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#55

26.4%

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#56

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Thailand

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$7,260

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#98

9.9%

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#138

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The Bahamas

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$27,220

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The Gambia

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Togo

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#150

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#40

55.1%

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#14

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Trinidad and Tobago

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$15,070

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#57

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Tunisia

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$3,630

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#109

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15.2%

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Turkey

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$9,830

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#45

14.4%

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Turks and Caicos Islands

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$23,600

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#34

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Uganda

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#155

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21.4%

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#82

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Ukraine

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$4,120

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#102

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1.1%

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United Kingdom

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$45,380

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#20

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#94

18.6%

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#96

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United States of America

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$70,430

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#5

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#47

17.8%

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$15,800

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8.8%

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$1,960

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#91

14.1%

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Vanuatu

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$3,140

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12.7%

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$3,560

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#110

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#88

6.7%

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#82

48.6%

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#20

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$1,040

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#148

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54.4%

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#16

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FAQs

What is the poorest country in the world ?

The poorest country in the world is Burundi, with a GDP per capita of $237.

What are the poorest countries ?

The ten poorest countries in the world are Burundi, Somalia, Mozambique, the Central African Republic, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Malawi, and Liberia.

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FAQs

Poorest Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter? ›

South Sudan

The very poorest of the world's poorest countries, South Sudan has been wracked by violence since its creation in 2011.

Who is the poorest country in the world 2023? ›

South Sudan

The very poorest of the world's poorest countries, South Sudan has been wracked by violence since its creation in 2011.

What countries are in poverty in 2023? ›

The ten countries with the highest poverty rates in the world are Equatorial Guinea, South Sudan, Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau, Eritrea, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Guatemala, and Eswatini.

What is the top 10 poor country? ›

Here are the 10 poorest countries:
  • Burundi - $270.
  • Somalia - $310.
  • Mozambique - $460.
  • Madagascar - $480.
  • Sierra Leone - $490.
  • Afghanistan - $500.
  • Eritrea - $510.
  • Central African Republic - $510.

What is the 1 poorest country? ›

1. Somalia: GDP per capita of USD 303 in 2026
  • Central African Republic: GDP per capita of USD 624 in 2026.
  • “The Central African Republic is at a critical crossroads.
Jun 27, 2023

Where does the US rank in poverty? ›

Table 1. Extent of Poverty across 26 OECD Countries
CountryOverallPoverty Gap
Mexico16.633.5
Korea17.435.5
25 country average10.729.6
United States17.839.8
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What is the US poverty rate? ›

Current estimates on poverty in the U.S. The official poverty rate is 11.6 percent, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's estimates for 2021. That year, an estimated 37.9 million Americans lived in poverty according to the official measure.

Does the US have a high poverty rate? ›

As of January 2021, 37.9 million Americans lived in poverty, accounting for 11.6% of the total population, according to the latest report from the United States Census Bureau. That's despite the fact that America ranks first as the richest nation in the world in terms of GDP.

What are the 5 poorest countries in order? ›

In the world, the poorest countries are mostly located in Africa and Asia, with Burundi being the poorest country followed by Somalia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, and Madagascar.

Which country has zero poverty? ›

Iceland stands at the top of countries with the lowest poverty rates with a poverty rate of 4.9% in 2021.

What is the poorest state in the United States? ›

Mississippi is the poorest state in the United States. Roughly 19.58% of people (564,000) in the state are living below the poverty line. Like other poor states, a lack of good jobs, poor education, and other factors keep people in poverty.

Which is strongest country? ›

Overall, the most powerful countries in the world are those with a combination of economic, military, and cultural power. The United States remains the most powerful country in the world, followed by China and Russia.

Who is biggest poor in the world? ›

The vast majority of those in extreme poverty reside in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. As of 2018, it is estimated that the country with the most people living in extreme poverty is Nigeria, at 86 million.

Which country is the richest? ›

Here is the full ranking of the richest countries in 2023, according to their per capita GDP. Luxembourg, one of the smallest countries in the EU has a population of 634,000 and is the richest country in this ranking with a per capita GDP of nearly $130,000.

Will China overtake US? ›

There is still much work to be done to propel China to the top of the world's economy, but it is certainly possible that the Chinese economy can surpass the power of the US by 2050.

Which country is best in 2050? ›

As a result, six of the seven largest economies in the world are projected to be emerging economies in 2050 led by China (1st), India (2nd) and Indonesia (4th)

Which country is rich in 2050? ›

Currently, the richest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita is Luxembourg, with a GDP per capita of $135,700. Other wealthy countries include Bermuda, Ireland, and Switzerland, all with GDP per capita above $80,000.

Which state is richest in USA? ›

Richest State in USA

New York is the richest state in the US, with a GDP per capita at $96,5k.

Which city is the poorest in America? ›

In the United States (in 2017), the place with the lowest median household income was Little River, California (population 117), while the place with the lowest median household income with a population of more than 1,000 was Comerío Zona Urbana in Comerío, Puerto Rico (population 4,312).

Is Hawaii a poor state? ›

In 2016, Hawaii had one of the lowest poverty rates in the nation: the nation's poverty rate was 15.1 percent 14.2 percent and Hawaii's poverty rate was 10.8 percent. Only four states had a lower poverty rate than Hawaii.

Is US poverty declining? ›

WASHINGTON, DC — The United States has witnessed a historic decline in poverty in recent years. Poverty rates fell sharply during the decade following the end of the 2007–09 recession and preceding the COVID-19 pandemic, lifting millions out of poverty.

What is 100% of the US poverty level? ›

A Quick Look at the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines Used for 2022 and 2023
Persons in household2022 Federal Poverty Level threshold 100% FPL
1$13,590
2$18,310
3$23,030
4$27,750
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May 19, 2023

What is California's poverty level? ›

2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines
​Persons in Family Household​Poverty Guideline​MAGI* Medi-Cal <138% Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
​1​$14,580​$20,121
​2​$19,720$27,214
​3​$24,860​$34,307
​4$​30,000$41,400
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How many Americans are middle class? ›

The latest data from 2021 shows the share of the population in the middle class continues to hover around 50%, around where it has been since 2011. Prior to that year, the share of middle class Americans had been consistently shrinking since a peak of 61% in 1971.

What does poverty look like in America? ›

In 2019, the Census Bureau set the poverty level for one person living alone under the age of 65 at $13,300. This is the bare minimum that a person would need to get by to cover rent costs for one, food, clothing, and other needs. For two adults under the age of 65, this number increases to $17,120.

What's considered poor? ›

What Is Poverty Level Income in 2022 and 2023? A higher threshold is added to the poverty level for each additional family member, set as follows: Contiguous United States: $4,720 per family member for 2022 and $5,140 for 2023. Alaska: $5,900 for 2022 and $6,430 for 2023.

What are the 10 poorest states in the US? ›

10 Poorest US States
  • Mississippi — $48,716.
  • West Virginia — $51,248.
  • Louisiana — $52,087.
  • Arkansas — $52,528.
  • Alabama — $53,913.
  • New Mexico — $53,992.
  • Kentucky — $55,573.
  • Oklahoma — $55,826.
Apr 25, 2023

Why is poverty in the US a problem? ›

Poverty and economic inequality are pressing human rights problems in the United States. For many residents living in poverty, certain human rights are out of reach. They may lack access to safe work conditions, housing, education, health services, or clean water and basic sanitation.

Where does the U.S. rank in child poverty? ›

When ranking child income poverty rates across 34 OECD nations from lowest to highest, the United States, with one of the highest rates of child poverty, ranks 31st .

What is the poorest continent? ›

Africa is considered the poorest continent on Earth. Almost every second person living in the states of sub-Saharan Africa lives below the poverty line.

What are 3 low income countries? ›

Low Income Country List
AfghanistanMadagascar
El SalvadorSierra Leone
EritreaSolomon Islands
EthiopiaSomalia
GambiaSouth Sudan
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Who is the poorest man in the world? ›

The mantle of the poorest man on earth has been given to French citizen Jerome Kerviel. One of the biggest banks in Europe, Société Générale, once employed Kerviel. Jerome is a computer prodigy and holds a master's degree in finance. Jerome has a debt of Rs 495,068,952,000.

How many live on less than $1 a day? ›

Currently, 1 billion people worldwide live on less than one dollar a day, the threshold defined by the international community as constituting extreme poverty. Yet, this number masks a multitude of people living in varying degrees of poverty, some even more desperately poor than others.

Where is poverty the worst? ›

Poverty rates were highest in the states of Mississippi (19.58%), Louisiana (18.65%), New Mexico (18.55%), West Virginia (17.10%), Kentucky (16.61%), and Arkansas (16.08%), and they were lowest in the states of New Hampshire (7.42%), Maryland (9.02%), Utah (9.13%), Hawaii (9.26%), and Minnesota (9.33%).

What are the poorest states to live in? ›

According to Wisevoter, the top ten poorest states in the U.S. in terms of poverty rate are Mississippi, Louisiana, New Mexico, West Virginia, Arkansas, Alabama, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Georgia, and South Carolina – as well as the District of Columbia.

What race currently have the highest poverty rate in the United States? ›

By race, the highest national poverty rates were for American Indians and Alaska Natives (27.0 percent) and Blacks or African Americans (25.8 percent). Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders had a national poverty rate of 17.6 percent.

Is Florida a poor state? ›

Florida has historically been a wealthy state despite a high disparity between the rich and poor. In general, Florida is a wealthy state. However, Florida has a high disparity between the rich and poor. The income disparity in Florida is one of the widest in the country.

Who will be the richest country in 2023? ›

1. Ireland [ GDP-PPP: 145,196 dollars, Population: around 49 Lakh 61 thousand] Foremost richest country in this significant list of wealthiest countries 2023 is Ireland. This small country became the most prosperous country in the world in 2023.

Who is the richest country in 2025? ›

Luxembourg: USD 143,203 per capita in 2025

We forecast Luxembourg to be the world's wealthiest economy in 2025 in nominal GDP terms (at market exchange rates).

Which country is living in 2023? ›

Switzerland looks to be the best country to live in 2023. It was the highest-ranking country on the latest HDI report, with a score of 0.962. Switzerland has remained at the top spot since 2015 and has seen an annual average growth of 0.19%.

How rich is usa? ›

According to the IMF, the wealthiest nation in the world 2022 for GDP per capita was Luxembourg, with a sum of $127,673. For the sake of comparison, while the US has an overall GDP of $26.19 trillion, its GDP per capita is much lower at $75,180 than tax havens like Luxembourg, with a GDP per capita of $127,673.

What is the richest state in USA 2023? ›

1. California

All data was scored and the scores were combined to give a total score that ranked each states showing the Richest States in America. All data is up-to-date as-of June 6th, 2023.

Who is No 1 richest person in the world? ›

Who is the richest man in the world? As of July 1, 2023, the richest man in the world is Elon Musk, the CEO of electric car company Tesla; he's worth $237.7 billion. He moved into the number one spot in June, overtaking Bernard Arnault of France.

What is the strongest country in 2024? ›

1. China. China's economy has been growing at a slower pace thanks to the US-led trade war as well as softer domestic demand. Despite this, the superpower will still lead the way when it comes to global growth in 2024.

Who will rule the world in 2100? ›

Africa and the Arab World will shape our future, while Europe and Asia will recede in their influence. By the end of the century, the world will be multipolar, with India, Nigeria, China, and the US the dominant powers. This will truly be a new world and one we should be preparing for today.”

What country has the most debt? ›

Norway is the country with the highest level of household debt based on OECD data followed by Denmark and the Netherlands.

Who will be the richest country in 2070? ›

1. China. It's no wonder that China will get to rule the world from an economic standpoint in the near future. According to specialists, their efforts to maintain a stable population number through the one-child policy and a completely modernized society will get them there.

Which will be the richest country in 2040? ›

China will take its place as the first richest country among the top 10 richest countries in the World. China is estimated to become the world's first richest and possibly the strongest economy. With 24.62 trillion US dollars in Gross Domestic Product and per capita income of 17,759 US dollars after 30 years.

What country is #1 in quality of life? ›

1. Sweden. Sweden is the top country in 2022 best quality of life rankings. The country stands out in the ranking of quality of life for health systems and well-developed public education, security, economic stability, and politics.

Is the US the best country to live in? ›

Switzerland Is No. 1 in 2022 U.S. News Best Countries Rankings. The country reclaimed its spot atop the list after a one-year hiatus, while the United States moved up again in the annual rankings.

Which is best country to live? ›

  • Sweden. #1 in Quality of Life. #5 in Best Countries Overall. ...
  • Denmark. #2 in Quality of Life. #10 in Best Countries Overall. ...
  • Canada. #3 in Quality of Life. ...
  • Switzerland. #4 in Quality of Life. ...
  • Norway. #5 in Quality of Life. ...
  • Finland. #6 in Quality of Life. ...
  • Germany. #7 in Quality of Life. ...
  • Netherlands. #8 in Quality of Life.

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