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UK vs Canada GDP per capita
United Kingdom overtook Canada in 1995. In 1960 Canada stood at roughly 162% of United Kingdom’s GDP per capita; today the figure is about 97%, and the pair was closest in 1994 (101%).
| Year | United Kingdom | Canada | Canada as % of UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,397.59 | 2,264.95 | 162% |
| 1970 | 2,347.54 | 4,135.82 | 176% |
| 1980 | 10,032.06 | 11,208.2 | 112% |
| 1990 | 19,095.47 | 21,525.86 | 113% |
| 2000 | 28,383.88 | 24,271 | 86% |
| 2010 | 39,778.32 | 47,560.84 | 120% |
| 2020 | 40,815.13 | 43,537.9 | 107% |
| 2025 | 57,601.96 | 55,697.66 | 97% |
Frequently asked questions
When did United Kingdom pass Canada in GDP per capita?
In 1995. United Kingdom’s published GDP per capita rose above Canada’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do United Kingdom and Canada compare today?
United Kingdom is ahead: 57,601.96 against 55,697.66 — the trailing economy stands at about 97% 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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