The South American region has 12 countries with high GDP, with Bolivia being the poorest, with a per capita income of $4,800. In comparison to the world’s poorest country, Congo, the annual income per capita is $300.
The Following 12 Poorest Countries in South America are with Details of GDP and Population and GDP.
| Rank | Name of the Country | GDP(PPP) Per Capital | Population | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bolivia | $4,800 | 10,907,778 | 2011 |
| 2 | Paraguay | $5,500 | 6,454,548 | 2011 |
| 3 | Guyana | $7,500 | 752,940 | 2011 |
| 4 | Ecuador | $8,300 | 15,223,680 | 2011 |
| 5 | Suriname | $9,500 | 560,157 | 2011 |
| 6 | Peru | $10,000 | 29,496,000 | 2011 |
| 7 | Colombia | $10,100 | 46,366,364 | 2011 |
| 8 | Brazil | $11,600 | 192,376,496 | 2011 |
| 9 | Venezuela | $12,400 | 27,150,095 | 2011 |
| 10 | Uruguay | $15,400 | 3,318,535 | 2011 |
| 11 | Chile | $16,100 | 17,402,630 | 2011 |
| 12 | Argentina | $17,400 | 41,281,631 | 2011 |
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