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South Korea GDP per capita rises above Venezuela level since 1980
South Korea's GDP per capita on a purchasing power parity basis stood at $2,000 in 1980 while Venezuela's was $8,000. By 2026 the figures were $68,620 for South Korea and $9,460 for Venezuela according to IMF data.
May 25, 12:00 PM·1m read1 source
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Data covering GDP per capita measured by purchasing power parity show South Korea at $2,000 and Venezuela at $8,000 in 1980. The same measure reached $68,620 for South Korea and $9,460 for Venezuela in 2026.
Long-term comparison The figures indicate South Korea moved from a lower starting point to a higher level over the period. Venezuela remained closer to its 1980 reading. The data come from a single reported source without additional context on methodology or intervening years.
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