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Germany vs UK GDP per capita
Germany overtook United Kingdom in 1968. In 1960 United Kingdom stood at roughly 120% of Germany’s GDP per capita; today the figure is about 95%, and the pair was closest in 1997 (99%).
| Year | Germany | United Kingdom | UK as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,162.12 | 1,397.59 | 120% |
| 1970 | 2,771.28 | 2,347.54 | 85% |
| 1980 | 12,182.78 | 10,032.06 | 82% |
| 1990 | 22,385.68 | 19,095.47 | 85% |
| 2000 | 23,925.86 | 28,383.88 | 119% |
| 2010 | 42,396.97 | 39,778.32 | 94% |
| 2020 | 47,394.87 | 40,815.13 | 86% |
| 2025 | 60,496.44 | 57,601.96 | 95% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany pass United Kingdom in GDP per capita?
In 1968. Germany’s published GDP per capita rose above United Kingdom’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Germany and United Kingdom compare today?
Germany is ahead: 60,496.44 against 57,601.96 — the trailing economy stands at about 95% of the leader.
Are these GDP per capita figures nominal or adjusted?
They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — current US$ — with no inflation restatement, no PPP conversion and no interpolation for missing years.
Full series
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