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UK vs Italy GDP per capita
United Kingdom overtook Italy in 1986. In 1960 Italy stood at roughly 60% of United Kingdom’s GDP per capita; today the figure is about 75%, and the pair was closest in 1974 (99%).
| Year | United Kingdom | Italy | Italy as % of UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,397.59 | 836.91 | 60% |
| 1970 | 2,347.54 | 2,111.72 | 90% |
| 1980 | 10,032.06 | 8,476.41 | 84% |
| 1990 | 19,095.47 | 20,873.78 | 109% |
| 2000 | 28,383.88 | 20,190 | 71% |
| 2010 | 39,778.32 | 35,856.86 | 90% |
| 2020 | 40,815.13 | 32,091.49 | 79% |
| 2025 | 57,601.96 | 43,308.64 | 75% |
Frequently asked questions
When did United Kingdom pass Italy in GDP per capita?
In 1986. United Kingdom’s published GDP per capita rose above Italy’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do United Kingdom and Italy compare today?
United Kingdom is ahead: 57,601.96 against 43,308.64 — the trailing economy stands at about 75% 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.
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