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Russia vs Mexico GDP per capita
Russia overtook Mexico in 1991. In 1988 Mexico stood at roughly 60% of Russian Federation’s GDP per capita; today the figure is about 79%, and the pair was closest in 2023 (99%).
| Year | Russia | Mexico | Mexico as % of Russia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 3,778.02 | 355.08 | 9% |
| 1970 | 3,778.02 | 699.01 | 19% |
| 1980 | 3,778.02 | 3,054.62 | 81% |
| 1990 | 3,494.06 | 3,154.47 | 90% |
| 2000 | 1,771.59 | 7,524.03 | 425% |
| 2010 | 10,674.99 | 9,728.8 | 91% |
| 2020 | 10,108.33 | 8,841.27 | 87% |
| 2025 | 17,546.61 | 13,889.23 | 79% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Russia pass Mexico in GDP per capita?
In 1991. Russia’s published GDP per capita rose above Mexico’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Russian Federation and Mexico compare today?
Russia is ahead: 17,546.61 against 13,889.23 — the trailing economy stands at about 79% 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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