Manufacturing Output (US$) 2021

Manufacturing output in US dollars measures a country's industrial production strength. Indicates economic growth and industrial capacity.

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China flag
China
4,845,643,957,683.2 USD
2
United States flag
United States
2,497,131,582,000 USD
3
Japan flag
Japan
1,028,273,839,717.91 USD
4
Germany flag
Germany
808,884,377,244.173 USD
5
South Korea flag
South Korea
509,820,126,146.934 USD
6
India flag
India
455,359,411,362.824 USD
7
Italy flag
Italy
334,841,824,417.049 USD
8
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
278,975,078,473.836 USD
9
Mexico flag
Mexico
274,318,253,115.269 USD
10
France flag
France
269,821,622,062.786 USD
11
Russia flag
Russia
240,221,026,282.24 USD
12
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
228,324,898,226.085 USD
13
Brazil flag
Brazil
198,880,098,068.349 USD
14
Canada flag
Canada
192,714,292,439.82 USD
15
Turkey flag
Turkey
185,827,324,491.707 USD
16
Ireland flag
Ireland
182,001,022,741.493 USD
17
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
173,965,969,095.809 USD
18
Spain flag
Spain
164,478,963,961.238 USD
19
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
138,942,400,000 USD
20
Thailand flag
Thailand
137,440,041,844.954 USD
21
Poland flag
Poland
119,230,692,875.997 USD
22
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
113,408,237,372.091 USD
23
Iran flag
Iran
95,487,358,125.993 USD
24
Singapore flag
Singapore
90,919,795,784.539 USD
25
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
89,637,425,571.238 USD
26
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
88,398,085,892.132 USD
27
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
87,327,904,244.397 USD
28
Australia flag
Australia
84,744,851,922.091 USD
29
Austria flag
Austria
81,580,543,054.406 USD
30
Sweden flag
Sweden
81,483,538,009.476 USD
31
Argentina flag
Argentina
75,701,669,306.889 USD
32
Philippines flag
Philippines
69,517,344,053.849 USD
33
Egypt flag
Egypt
65,761,628,425.749 USD
34
Belgium flag
Belgium
64,310,085,072.092 USD
35
Israel flag
Israel
58,282,470,053.933 USD
36
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
57,149,897,362.169 USD
37
Nigeria flag
Nigeria
53,710,232,519.57 USD
38
Denmark flag
Denmark
50,984,611,982.283 USD
39
South Africa flag
South Africa
50,724,069,805.161 USD
40
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
50,571,900,000 USD
41
Romania flag
Romania
44,786,150,370.157 USD
42
Finland flag
Finland
43,957,726,364.34 USD
43
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
41,594,472,841.359 USD
44
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
37,058,003,971.517 USD
45
Colombia flag
Colombia
35,672,086,018.636 USD
46
Portugal flag
Portugal
31,860,853,625.019 USD
47
Hungary flag
Hungary
30,291,207,881.925 USD
48
Norway flag
Norway
28,759,604,190.92 USD
49
Peru flag
Peru
27,308,471,934.677 USD
50
Chile flag
Chile
27,000,647,092.816 USD
51
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
26,824,523,400.034 USD
52
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
22,056,868,015.278 USD
53
Morocco flag
Morocco
21,638,020,382.525 USD
54
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
20,542,516,948.776 USD
55
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
20,037,831,394.352 USD
56
Greece flag
Greece
18,917,311,503.767 USD
57
Myanmar flag
Myanmar
17,009,242,784.29 USD
58
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
16,575,986,140.185 USD
59
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
16,381,701,216.339 USD
60
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
15,909,316,030.641 USD
61
Belarus flag
Belarus
15,856,618,117.719 USD
62
Qatar flag
Qatar
15,747,952,857.143 USD
63
Algeria flag
Algeria
15,251,509,650.211 USD
64
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
13,944,041,000 USD
65
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
12,973,336,319.177 USD
66
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
12,260,713,023.515 USD
67
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
12,040,533,135.912 USD
68
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
10,670,919,625.581 USD
69
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
9,806,019,639.125 USD
70
Côte d'Ivoire flag
Côte d'Ivoire
9,752,356,801.542 USD
71
Serbia flag
Serbia
9,576,107,241.883 USD
72
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
8,963,465,627.827 USD
73
Ghana flag
Ghana
8,655,459,553.055 USD
74
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
8,384,069,148.936 USD
75
Oman flag
Oman
8,216,905,071.521 USD
76
Kenya flag
Kenya
8,077,811,011.567 USD
77
Croatia flag
Croatia
8,044,724,980.87 USD
78
Jordan flag
Jordan
7,835,904,647.887 USD
79
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
7,652,959,629.476 USD
80
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
6,800,581,291.531 USD
81
Uganda flag
Uganda
6,660,563,829.033 USD
82
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
6,360,626,730.946 USD
83
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
6,014,954,756.607 USD
84
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
5,985,061,151.036 USD
85
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
5,756,445,745.297 USD
86
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
5,670,025,579.944 USD
87
Iraq flag
Iraq
5,186,530,609.655 USD
88
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
5,023,468,655.332 USD
89
Latvia flag
Latvia
4,905,836,491.597 USD
90
Angola flag
Angola
4,848,700,776.079 USD
91
Estonia flag
Estonia
4,847,685,881.512 USD
92
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
4,610,665,155.455 USD
93
Honduras flag
Honduras
4,563,649,683.938 USD
94
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
4,376,600,000 USD
95
Gabon flag
Gabon
4,209,740,378.023 USD
96
Trinidad and Tobago flag
Trinidad and Tobago
4,180,604,258.618 USD
97
Senegal flag
Senegal
4,152,778,383.27 USD
98
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
4,012,843,902.682 USD
99
Panama flag
Panama
3,560,800,000 USD
100
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
3,519,294,117.647 USD
101
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
3,367,317,402.631 USD
102
Haiti flag
Haiti
3,357,481,931.809 USD
103
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
3,310,936,643.916 USD
104
Liechtenstein flag
Liechtenstein
2,844,242,903.071 USD
105
Iceland flag
Iceland
2,597,607,108.755 USD
106
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
2,556,867,491.415 USD
107
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
2,064,545,608.675 USD
108
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
2,027,000,000 USD
109
Guinea flag
Guinea
1,949,769,752.753 USD
110
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
1,932,632,491.431 USD
111
Zambia flag
Zambia
1,915,386,967.057 USD
112
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
1,887,695,323.484 USD
113
Georgia flag
Georgia
1,869,483,560.496 USD
114
Mali flag
Mali
1,780,053,015.101 USD
115
Nepal flag
Nepal
1,759,851,848.741 USD
116
Benin flag
Benin
1,676,745,644.718 USD
117
Laos flag
Laos
1,637,039,352.333 USD
118
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
1,632,008,240.709 USD
119
Armenia flag
Armenia
1,531,064,374.615 USD
120
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
1,514,996,900.725 USD
121
Malawi flag
Malawi
1,471,243,543.411 USD
122
Chad flag
Chad
1,397,127,399.67 USD
123
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
1,359,952,642.941 USD
124
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
1,355,611,854.976 USD
125
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
1,343,490,869.129 USD
126
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
1,340,569,553.933 USD
127
Namibia flag
Namibia
1,336,607,192.458 USD
128
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
1,319,890,714.419 USD
129
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
1,303,947,214.542 USD
130
Albania flag
Albania
1,247,506,586.167 USD
131
Malta flag
Malta
1,215,975,312.791 USD
132
Jamaica flag
Jamaica
1,213,435,035.142 USD
133
Kosovo flag
Kosovo
1,213,363,822.186 USD
134
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
1,211,123,774.789 USD
135
Niger flag
Niger
1,140,559,086.294 USD
136
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
1,091,977,816.567 USD
137
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
1,086,740,980.081 USD
138
Togo flag
Togo
1,068,878,651.303 USD
139
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
1,005,696,351.599 USD
140
Botswana flag
Botswana
980,194,805.605 USD
141
Suriname flag
Suriname
674,875,472.081 USD
142
San Marino flag
San Marino
608,084,877.649 USD
143
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
561,424,110.515 USD
144
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
527,151,313.41 USD
145
Fiji flag
Fiji
501,199,391.684 USD
146
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
470,951,777.194 USD
147
Papua New Guinea flag
Papua New Guinea
444,303,363.114 USD
148
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
398,968,601.928 USD
149
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
395,157,517.83 USD
150
Burundi flag
Burundi
368,433,820.089 USD
151
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
330,053,453.237 USD
152
Barbados flag
Barbados
285,798,550 USD
153
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
256,197,839.194 USD
154
Guyana flag
Guyana
252,100,719.424 USD
155
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
229,500,000 USD
156
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
214,766,006.821 USD
157
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
200,023,386.722 USD
158
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
177,017,751.419 USD
159
Isle of Man flag
Isle of Man
162,821,755.964 USD
160
Belize flag
Belize
159,462,200 USD
161
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
158,022,232.093 USD
162
Andorra flag
Andorra
135,104,425.62 USD
163
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
126,454,875.558 USD
164
Maldives flag
Maldives
112,189,590.923 USD
165
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
110,506,070.002 USD
166
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
97,644,753.652 USD
167
Comoros flag
Comoros
92,541,071.589 USD
168
Curaçao flag
Curaçao
72,011,284.916 USD
169
Aruba flag
Aruba
65,664,938.013 USD
170
Greenland flag
Greenland
65,387,722.473 USD
171
Cayman Islands flag
Cayman Islands
60,290,402.724 USD
172
Saint Lucia flag
Saint Lucia
57,037,037.037 USD
173
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
47,975,149.037 USD
174
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
44,459,259.259 USD
175
Samoa flag
Samoa
43,237,904.441 USD
176
Saint Kitts and Nevis flag
Saint Kitts and Nevis
41,214,814.815 USD
177
Gambia flag
Gambia
38,310,749.388 USD
178
Grenada flag
Grenada
37,207,407.407 USD
179
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
33,525,925.926 USD
180
Tonga flag
Tonga
29,547,371.171 USD
181
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
27,265,900 USD
182
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
25,302,000 USD
183
Dominica flag
Dominica
20,422,222.222 USD
184
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) flag
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
15,838,156.425 USD
185
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
15,789,754.391 USD
186
Turks and Caicos Islands flag
Turks and Caicos Islands
6,465,000 USD
187
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
5,938,800 USD
188
Sao Tome and Principe flag
Sao Tome and Principe
4,372,672.739 USD
189
Palau flag
Palau
2,451,400 USD
190
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
1,986,100 USD

↑Top 10 Countries

  1. #1China flagChina
  2. #2United States flagUnited States
  3. #3Japan flagJapan
  4. #4Germany flagGermany
  5. #5South Korea flagSouth Korea
  6. #6India flagIndia
  7. #7Italy flagItaly
  8. #8United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
  9. #9Mexico flagMexico
  10. #10France flagFrance

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

↓Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #190Micronesia (Fed. States of) flagMicronesia (Fed. States of)
  2. #189Palau flagPalau
  3. #188Sao Tome and Principe flagSao Tome and Principe
  4. #187Marshall Islands flagMarshall Islands
  5. #186Turks and Caicos Islands flagTurks and Caicos Islands
  6. #185Kiribati flagKiribati
  7. #184Sint Maarten (Dutch part) flagSint Maarten (Dutch part)
  8. #183Dominica flagDominica
  9. #182Bermuda flagBermuda
  10. #181Timor-Leste flagTimor-Leste

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Analysis & Context

In 2021, China led the world in Manufacturing Output (US$) with an impressive value of $4,845,643,957,683.20, showcasing its industrial dominance. The global range for this metric spanned from a minimum of $1,986,100 to the maximum held by China. The average manufacturing output across 190 countries was approximately $82,129,836,494.99, with a median value of $4,209,740,378.02, indicating significant disparities in industrial capabilities worldwide.

Economic Giants Driving Global Manufacturing

The substantial manufacturing output values of countries like China, the United States, and Japan underscore their roles as industrial powerhouses. China's output of nearly $4.85 trillion not only reflects its extensive industrial base but also its strategic investments in infrastructure and technology. The United States, with an output of $2,497,131,582,000, continues to benefit from advanced manufacturing techniques and a diversified economy. Meanwhile, Japan, contributing $1,028,273,839,717.91, remains a leader in high-tech manufacturing sectors.

These countries' outputs are driven by factors such as large domestic markets, skilled labor forces, and robust supply chains. Germany and South Korea also feature prominently, with outputs of $808,884,377,244.173 and $509,820,126,146.934, respectively, thanks to their strong automotive and electronics industries.

Disparities in Manufacturing Capacity

In stark contrast to the industrial giants, several countries exhibit minimal manufacturing output, highlighting global economic disparities. Nations like Micronesia with $1,986,100 and Palau with $2,451,400 reflect limited industrial activity, often due to smaller economies and geographic isolation. These countries, along with others like Sao Tome and Principe and the Marshall Islands, rely more on agriculture and tourism rather than manufacturing.

The lower output values in these countries can be attributed to factors such as limited access to capital, smaller workforce sizes, and less developed infrastructure. This stark contrast underscores the importance of policy interventions and international support to foster industrial growth in these regions.

Year-over-Year Manufacturing Trends

In 2021, manufacturing output saw notable year-over-year changes, with some countries experiencing significant growth. China led the charge with an increase of $1,009,414,184,673.91 (26.3%), driven by its rapid recovery from the pandemic and strong export demand. The United States also saw a substantial rise of $258,600,212,000 (11.6%), reflecting economic recovery efforts and consumer demand.

Conversely, some countries faced declines in manufacturing output. Myanmar experienced a decrease of $3,099,423,350.55 (-15.4%) amid political turmoil affecting its economic activities. Lebanon and Afghanistan also saw significant declines due to ongoing economic and political challenges, with decreases of $603,462,646.19 (-64.6%) and $291,181,439.59 (-19.4%), respectively.

Policy and Economic Implications

The data on manufacturing output serves as a critical indicator of economic health and industrial capacity. For countries leading in output, maintaining competitive advantages in technology and innovation is vital. Germany and South Korea exemplify how specialization in sectors like automotive and electronics can sustain high output levels.

For countries with lower outputs, the focus should be on infrastructure development, education, and policy reforms to stimulate industrial growth. International partnerships and investments could play a key role in elevating manufacturing capabilities in these regions, thus reducing global economic disparities.

As the world progresses, understanding and addressing these disparities in manufacturing output will be crucial for fostering balanced economic growth and stability across nations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Output (US$) in 2021

Which country had the highest manufacturing output in 2021?

China had the highest manufacturing output in 2021, with a total of 4,845,643,957,683 USD.

What was the average manufacturing output value among countries in 2021?

The average manufacturing output value among countries in 2021 was 82,129,836,495 USD.

Which country had the lowest manufacturing output in 2021?

Micronesia (Fed. States of) had the lowest manufacturing output in 2021, with a total of 1,986,100 USD.

What was the median manufacturing output value among countries in 2021?

The median manufacturing output value among countries in 2021 was 4,195,172,318 USD.

Can you list the top three countries by manufacturing output in 2021?

The top three countries by manufacturing output in 2021 were China, the United States, and Japan.

How many countries are included in the manufacturing output dataset for 2021?

The manufacturing output dataset for 2021 includes 190 countries.

Insights by country

1

Netherlands

The Netherlands ranked #22 globally in 2021 for Manufacturing Output (US$), with a total of 113408237372.091 USD. This output places it behind leading manufacturing nations like China and the United States, yet ahead of many European neighbors. The country's strong manufacturing sector is driven by its strategic location in Europe, advanced infrastructure, and a highly skilled workforce, particularly in industries such as machinery, chemicals, and food processing.

2

Guatemala

In 2021, Guatemala achieved a global rank of #67 in Manufacturing Output (US$) with a total of 12040533135.912 USD. This output is notable in Central America, where countries like Honduras and El Salvador typically have lower manufacturing figures.

The country's manufacturing sector benefits from its strategic location and access to both North and South American markets, while a young labor force supports diverse industries. However, challenges such as infrastructure deficits and political instability can impact growth potential in this sector.

3

Bahrain

Bahrain ranked #74 globally in 2021 with a Manufacturing Output of 8,384,069,148.93617 USD. This output is significantly lower than regional leaders like Saudi Arabia, which benefits from larger natural resource reserves. The manufacturing sector in Bahrain is driven by its strategic location in the Gulf, facilitating trade, and government policies aimed at diversifying the economy beyond oil dependency.

4

Afghanistan

In 2021, Afghanistan's Manufacturing Output (US$) was 1211123774.78915 USD, ranking it #134 out of 190 countries. This output is significantly lower than many regional peers, reflecting ongoing challenges in industrial development. Key drivers of this statistic include prolonged conflict, limited infrastructure, and a lack of investment in the manufacturing sector, which have hindered economic growth and diversification.

5

Brazil

In 2021, Brazil ranked #13 globally with a Manufacturing Output of 198880098068.349 USD. This output is significant, positioning Brazil as a leading manufacturing nation in Latin America, though it still trails behind larger economies like China and the United States. Key drivers of Brazil's manufacturing sector include its vast natural resources, a diverse industrial base, and government policies aimed at promoting local production.

6

Cambodia

In 2021, Cambodia achieved a manufacturing output of 9,806,019,639.12517 USD, ranking #69 globally among 190 countries. This output is notably lower than that of its regional neighbor Thailand, which benefits from a more established manufacturing sector. Key drivers of Cambodia's manufacturing output include its growing garment industry, which is a significant employer, and favorable trade agreements that enhance export opportunities.

7

Bosnia and Herzegovina

In 2021, Bosnia and Herzegovina achieved a manufacturing output of 3310936643.91639 USD, ranking #103 out of 190 countries. This output is lower than many of its regional neighbors, reflecting the challenges faced by its manufacturing sector. Key drivers include a transition economy still recovering from past conflicts and a need for modernization and investment in infrastructure and technology to enhance productivity.

8

Belgium

In 2021, Belgium achieved a global rank of #34 with a Manufacturing Output of 64,310,085,072.092 USD. This output is significant when compared to the European Union average, highlighting Belgium's robust industrial sector. Key drivers of this performance include its strategic location at the heart of Europe, a highly skilled workforce, and a strong emphasis on innovation and technology in manufacturing processes.

9

Bermuda

Bermuda ranked #182 globally with a Manufacturing Output of 25,302,000 USD in 2021. This figure is significantly lower than many countries, reflecting Bermuda's limited manufacturing sector compared to regional neighbors like the Bahamas. The island's economy is primarily driven by tourism and financial services, leading to a minimal emphasis on manufacturing activities.

10

Belarus

In 2021, Belarus achieved a Manufacturing Output (US$) of 15856618117.7189 USD, ranking #61 out of 190 countries. This output is notable within Eastern Europe, where countries like Poland and Lithuania often surpass Belarus in manufacturing capabilities. Key drivers of Belarus's manufacturing output include its well-established industrial base, particularly in machinery and agricultural products, along with state support for various sectors aimed at maintaining economic stability.

Data Source

Manufacturing, value added (current US$) | Data

The World Bank provides comprehensive data on the value added by the manufacturing sector in current US dollars, offering insights into the economic contributions of manufacturing across different countries. This dataset includes country-level statistics that facilitate comparisons of manufacturing performance and trends over time.

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