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South Korea vs Mexico Inflation
Mexico moved above South Korea in 1973. In 1960 South Korea stood at roughly 162% of Mexico’s Inflation; today the figure is about 56%, and the pair was closest in 1979 (101%).
| Year | South Korea | Mexico | Mexico as % of South Korea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 4.93% | 7.97% | 162% |
| 1970 | 5% | 15.95% | 319% |
| 1980 | 26.35% | 28.7% | 109% |
| 1990 | 26.65% | 8.57% | 32% |
| 2000 | 9.49% | 2.26% | 24% |
| 2010 | 4.16% | 2.94% | 71% |
| 2020 | 3.4% | 0.54% | 16% |
| 2025 | 3.81% | 2.12% | 56% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Mexico move above South Korea in Inflation?
In 1973. Mexico’s published Inflation rose above South Korea’s that year.
How do Korea, Rep. and Mexico compare today?
Mexico is ahead: 3.81% against 2.12% — the trailing economy stands at about 56% of the leader.
Are these Inflation figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in annual %, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: