Iran ranks lowest in Persian Gulf region in terms of GDP per capita in 2025

Based on available data from Country Cassette, a platform that monitors international economic indicators, the nominal GDP per capita rankings for Persian Gulf countries in 2025 are as follows:

1. Qatar – $71,653

2. United Arab Emirates – $51,294

3. Saudi Arabia – $30,099

4. Kuwait – $29,951

5. Bahrain – $28,857

6. Oman – $20,546

7. Iraq – $5,668

8. Iran – $3,897

Source: Country Cassette

Iran's economy continues to face significant challenges, including high inflation, currency devaluation, and ongoing international sanctions. These factors have contributed to a decline in GDP per capita over the past decade.

Despite modest growth projections, such as a forecasted 0.3% GDP growth in 2025 by the IMF, the economic outlook remains constrained by structural issues and external pressures.

In summary, while Iran's GDP per capita shows slight improvement, it remains relatively low compared to many of its regional neighbors, reflecting ongoing economic challenges.