Countries with the Lowest GNI per Capita (2026) (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
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Burundi leads with GNI per capita (USD) of $240.
Afghanistan ranks #2 at $390.
Madagascar ranks #3 at $560.
Central African Republic ranks #4 at $560.
Mozambique ranks #5 at $570.
Bottom 25 Countries by GNI per Capita (USD)
| # | Country | GNI per Capita (USD) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Burundi | $240 | 2025 |
| 2 |  Afghanistan | $390 | 2024 |
| 3 |  Madagascar | $560 | 2025 |
| 4 |  Central African Republic | $560 | 2025 |
| 5 |  Mozambique | $570 | 2025 |
| 6 |  Malawi | $600 | 2025 |
| 7 |  Somalia, Fed. Rep. | $640 | 2025 |
| 8 |  Syrian Arab Republic | $720 | 2022 |
| 9 |  Congo, Dem. Rep. | $720 | 2025 |
| 10 |  Niger | $750 | 2025 |
| 11 |  Sierra Leone | $830 | 2025 |
| 12 |  Liberia | $830 | 2025 |
| 13 |  Sudan | $900 | 2025 |
| 14 |  Gambia, The | $930 | 2025 |
| 15 |  Chad | $970 | 2025 |
| 16 |  Burkina Faso | $980 | 2025 |
| 17 |  Guinea-Bissau | $1,090 | 2025 |
| 18 |  Ethiopia | $1,110 | 2025 |
| 19 |  Uganda | $1,120 | 2025 |
| 20 |  Mali | $1,120 | 2025 |
| 21 |  Rwanda | $1,150 | 2025 |
| 22 |  Zambia | $1,200 | 2025 |
| 23 |  Tanzania | $1,270 | 2025 |
| 24 |  Lesotho | $1,280 | 2025 |
| 25 |  Myanmar | $1,320 | 2025 |
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FAQ
What is the lowest GNI per capita (USD) in 2025?
Burundi has the lowest GNI per capita (USD) at $240 in 2025.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the bottom 25 countries out of 201 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.