Economy
Lower Silesia is one of the richest regions in Poland. GDP per capita in 2007 accounted for 108.7% of the average for the country. Since 2005, the voivodeship recorded the highest in the country economic growth rate (around 10% per annum).
GDP per capita in Lower Silesia Voivodeship: GDP in Poland:
| Lower Silesian Voivodeship | GDP per capita | Poland | GDP per capita |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 10 440$ (+2.8%) | 2000 | 10 140$ (+4.0%) |
| 2005 | 13 060$ (+4.9%) | 2005 | 12 600$ (+3.5%) |
| 2006 | 13 700$ (+7.3%) | 2006 | 13 020$ (+6.2%) |
| 2007 | 14 980$ (+9.5%) | 2007 | 13 760$ (+6.5%) |
| 2008 | 16 030$ (+7.2%) | 2008 | 14 450$ (+5.0%) |
| 2009 | 16 350$ (+2.0%) | 2009 | 14 720$ (+1.9%) |
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