Croatia vs Germany: economic convergence
If Croatia grew 4.1% a year and Germany 0.5% a year, Croatia would catch up with Germany on GDP per capita (PPP) in about 9 years, around 2035. This is a scenario, not a forecast.
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Latest data (2025)
| Country | GDP per capita (PPP) |
|---|---|
| Croatia | $44,172 |
| Germany | $62,824 |
Croatia is at 70% of Germany's level.
Scenario
Croatia grows 4.1% a year (trailing 10-year average) and Germany grows 0.5% a year (trailing 10-year average). A scenario, not a forecast: the result follows only from the stated growth rates.
| Year | Croatia | Germany |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $45,983 | $63,138 |
| 2031 | $56,215 | $64,732 |
| 2035 | $66,017 | $66,037 |
| 2036 | $68,724 | $66,367 |
| 2041 | $84,015 | $68,043 |
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Source: World Bank (NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.KD). Mountain to Climb · World Bank data · Scenario: Croatia 4.1%, Germany 0.5%