14 Richest Countries in the World by GDP per Capita in 2023
The title "Richest Countries in the World by GDP per Capita in 2023" refers to a list of countries ranked by their gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in 2023. GDP per capita is calculated by dividing a country's GDP by its population. It is a measure of a country's average wealth and standard of living.
The list of the richest countries in the world by GDP per capita is typically updated annually. It is a useful tool for comparing the economic performance of different countries and for identifying trends in global wealth distribution.
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1 Luxembourg 1867
- GDP per capita: $135,700
- Population: 643,574
- Area: 2,586 km²
- Capital: Luxembourg City
- Language: Luxembourgish, French, German
- Year of independence: 1867
- Interesting fact: Luxembourg is the world's highest per capita concentration of banks.
2 Switzerland 1648
- GDP per capita: $87,963
- Population: 8,707,689
- Area: 41,285 km²
- Capital: Bern
- Language: German, French, Italian, Romansh
- Year of independence: 1648
- Interesting fact: Switzerland has a long history of neutrality in international affairs.
3 Norway 1905
- GDP per capita: $82,655
- Population: 5,421,777
- Area: 385,207 km²
- Capital: Oslo
- Language: Norwegian
- Year of independence: 1905
- Interesting fact: Norway has one of the highest standards of living in the world.
4 United States 1776
- GDP per capita: $80,035
- Population: 333.7 million
- Area: 9,833,517 km²
- Capital: Washington, D.C.
- Language: English
- Year of independence: 1776
- Interesting fact: The United States is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Grand Canyon.
5 Brunei 1984
- GDP per capita: $73,890
- Population: 462,764
- Area: 5,765 km²
- Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan
- Language: Malay
- Year of independence: 1984
- Interesting fact: Brunei is a wealthy sultanate known for its Islamic culture and its abundance of natural resources, including oil and gas.
6 Ireland 1922
- GDP per capita: $73,713
- Population: 5,008,135
- Area: 70,273 km²
- Capital: Dublin
- Language: Irish, English
- Year of independence: 1922
- Interesting fact: Ireland is home to a number of world-renowned universities and tech companies.
7 Qatar 1971
- GDP per capita: $73,584
- Population: 2.93 million
- Area: 11,586 km²
- Capital: Doha
- Language: Arabic
- Year of independence: 1971
- Interesting fact: Qatar is known for its oil and gas reserves, its luxurious hotels and resorts, and its unique blend of Islamic and modern culture.
8 Singapore 1965
- GDP per capita: $72,975
- Population: 5.92 million
- Area: 721.5 km²
- Capital: Singapore
- Language: English, Malay, Mandarin Chinese, Tamil
- Year of independence: 1965
- Interesting fact: Singapore is a global financial center and a major hub for trade and commerce.
9 Denmark 1864
- GDP per capita: $71,998
- Population: 5.83 million
- Area: 43,094 km²
- Capital: Copenhagen
- Language: Danish
- Year of independence: 1864
- Interesting fact: Known for its high quality of life, social welfare system, and sustainable energy initiatives
10 Netherlands 1588
- GDP per capita: $70,461
- Population: 17.64 million
- Area: 41,850 km²
- Capital: Amsterdam
- Language: Dutch
- Year of independence: 1588
- Interesting fact: Known for its canals, its tulips, and its windmills. It is also a major financial center and a global leader in agriculture and water management.
11 Austria 1918
- GDP per capita: $69,737
- Population: 9.08 million
- Area: 83,871 km²
- Capital: Vienna
- Language: German
- Year of independence: 1918
- Interesting fact: Known for its classical music, its Alpine scenery, and its rich cultural heritage.
12 Iceland 1944
- GDP per capita: $68,998
- Population: 364,130
- Area: 103,000 km²
- Capital: Reykjavík
- Language: Icelandic
- Year of independence: 1944
- Interesting fact: Known for its geothermal landscapes, its waterfalls, and its northern lights. It is also a leader in renewable energy and sustainable living.
13 Germany 1871
- GDP per capita: $66,942
- Population: 83.24 million
- Area: 357,022 km²
- Capital: Berlin
- Language: German
- Year of independence: 1871
- Interesting fact: A major economic and political power in Europe. It is also known for its rich history, its cultural heritage, and its technological prowess.
14 San Marino 301 AD
- GDP per capita: $63,000
- Population: 34,042
- Area: 61 km²
- Capital: City of San Marino
- Language: Italian
- Year of independence: 301 AD
- Interesting fact: San Marino is the world's fifth smallest country.
