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Caveat Indices

GDP per person in OECD countries, 1960 to 2025

Gross domestic product per person, current US dollars

1. LuxembourgUS$147,2522. IrelandUS$131,5923. SwitzerlandUS$114,7694. IcelandUS$98,3235. NorwayUS$94,5946. United StatesUS$90,0277. DenmarkUS$76,9708. NetherlandsUS$73,6849. AustraliaUS$65,13010. SwedenUS$63,133

Key takeaways

  • In 1960, United States led with US$3,000; in 2025, Luxembourg leads with US$147,252.
  • The fastest growth among those shown: Ireland, from US$707 to US$131,592.
  • 1986: Switzerland overtakes United States for first place.
  • 1993: Luxembourg overtakes Switzerland for first place.

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