Average Income in Ecuador: $6,590 GNI per Capita (2020) with Significant Inequality

Ecuador's gross national income (GNI) per capita was $6,590 in 2020 (World Bank), reflecting steady growth over the decade. However, this average masks deep inequality: the Gini coefficient was 45.5 in 2018, indicating high income disparity. 25% of the population lived in poverty (2020), and 8.4% in extreme poverty. Income varies by region (urban > rural), education, industry, and gender (women earn less for similar work). While the average suggests middle-income status, a quarter of Ecuadorians struggle with basic needs, highlighting the challenge of equitable development.