New Caledonia: economy and key statistics
New Caledonia is number 155 in the 311 Nations Index, with a GDP of $8.5 billion in 2024. GDP per person is $29,213. The economy shrank by 13.5% in 2024. Unemployment is 11.2%.
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National power
New Caledonia is number 186 in the 311 National Power Index, scoring 11.0 out of 100: economic 20, technology 0, military 0 and human capital 32.
Economy at a glance
| Indicator | Latest figure | Year |
|---|---|---|
| GDP | $8.5 billion | 2024 |
| GDP per person | $29,213 | 2024 |
| Economic growth | -13.5% | 2024 |
| Unemployment | 11.2% | 2025 |
| Population | 0.3 million | 2025 |
| Labour force | 0.1 million | 2025 |
| Exports share of GDP | 12% | 2024 |
| Foreign direct investment | 8.5% of GDP | 2024 |
Other economies in Asia
- China (#2)
- Japan (#4)
- India (#6)
- South Korea (#13)
- Indonesia (#17)
- Singapore (#27)
- Thailand (#29)
- Vietnam (#32)
- Philippines (#33)
- Malaysia (#34)
- Bangladesh (#37)
- Hong Kong (#39)
- Pakistan (#41)
- Sri Lanka (#72)
- Myanmar (#85)
Questions and answers
How big is the economy of New Caledonia?
New Caledonia had a GDP of $8.5 billion in 2024, ranking number 155 in the 311 Nations Index.
What is GDP per person in New Caledonia?
GDP per person in New Caledonia was $29,213 in 2024.
How fast is the economy of New Caledonia growing?
The economy of New Caledonia shrank by 13.5% in 2024.
Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0).
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