Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020
Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020

Economic Indicators

Comprehensive data and analysis on South Sudan's key economic performance metrics, including GDP, inflation, trade, and fiscal indicators.

Key Economic Indicators

GDP Growth Rate

3.2%

2023 Estimate

Inflation Rate

5.7%

April 2023

Unemployment Rate

11.4%

2023 Estimate

Trade Balance

$1.2B

2023 Surplus

Economic Performance Trends

GDP Growth & Inflation (2018-2023)

Trade Balance Components (2023)

Detailed Economic Indicators

Indicator 2022 2023 2024 Unit Trend
GDP Growth 5.3% 4.1% 3.2% Annual %
GDP (Nominal) $4.2B $4.5B $4.8B USD Billion
Inflation Rate 8.9% 7.2% 5.7% Annual %
Unemployment Rate 12.8% 12.1% 11.4% % of Labor Force
Population 11.8M 12.1M 12.3M Million

GDP by Economic Sector Chart

Regional Economic Indicators

Juba

Economic Activity High
Inflation 24.6%
Employment 65%

Malaka

Economic Activity Medium
Inflation -54.3%
Employment 45%

Wau

Economic Activity Medium
Inflation 21.3%
Employment 52%

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