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Delhi's Income Soars: Per Capita 2.5x National Average, Survey Reveals

Delhi's per capita income is estimated at Rs 5,31,610 for 2025-26, which is about two-and-a-half times the national average. The Economic Survey also reports a consistent revenue surplus and significant growth in tax collection. Improvements are noted in healthcare infrastructure, with more hospital beds, and in environmental metrics, including more days with good air quality. The city's economy remains heavily service-oriented, and it leads in electric mobility with thousands of e-buses.

Key Points: Delhi's Per Capita Income 2.5 Times National Level: Economic Survey

  • Per capita income 2.5x national level
  • Consistent revenue surplus maintained
  • Air quality days improved to 200 in 2025
  • 93.5% households have piped water
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At Rs 5,31,610, Delhi's per capita income 2.5 times above national level: Economic Survey

Delhi's per capita income hits Rs 5.31 lakh, far above national average. The Economic Survey 2025-26 also highlights revenue surplus and improved air quality.

"Beds per 1,000 persons increased from 2.73 in 2015-16 to 2.84 in 2025-26 in Delhi. - Economic Survey 2025-26"

New Delhi, March 23

At Rs 5,31,610, Delhi's per capita income is estimated to be around 2.5 times higher than the national level during 2025-26, said the Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta in the State Assembly on Monday.

The report, presented on the opening day of the Budget Session, said that as per advance estimate the per capita income registered a growth of 7.92 per cent over 2024-25.

The survey noted that Delhi has maintained its consistent revenue surplus. The budgeted revenue surplus for 2025-26 (Budget Estimates) is Rs 9,661.31 crore, which is 0.73 per cent of the GSDP.

Tax collection of the Delhi government for 2025-26 is budgeted with a growth of 15.54 per cent over the previous year (as per Budget Estimates 2025-26), the report said.

Sharing data on the health sector, the report pointed towards an improvement in hospitals bed availability per 1,000 population.

"Beds per 1,000 persons increased from 2.73 in 2015-16 to 2.84 in 2025-26 in Delhi. Number of beds in Delhi government hospitals increased from 12,464 in 2020 to 15,659 in December 2025," it said, pointing to 40 multispecialty and super specialty hospitals, 98 allopathic dispensaries, 64 seed primary urban health centres, 370 Ayushman Arogya Mandis and 48 polyclinics, apart from others.

On the issue of clean environment and mobility, the Survey said that there was a notable improvement in days with 'good air quality', increasing from 159 days in 2018 to 200 days in 2025.

Pointing toward a strong foundation of renewable energy, the report said that the city has a total capacity of 509 MW to 425 MW solar and 84 MW waste-to-energy.

The report also took note of the priority to green transport with 20 per cent budget allocation for public transport and the city leading the nation in electric mobility with 4,338 electric buses on roads.

On the water supply front, the report added that about 93.5 per cent households of Delhi now have access to piped water supply.

"Water production during summer season is being maintained at about 1,000 MGD per day consistently. Water is supplied to about 25 million population of Delhi through existing water supply network comprising of 15,700 km long pipelines and more than 123 underground reservoirs," it said.

Sharing economy's sectoral data, the report added that Delhi's economy has a predominant service sector with its share of contribution to Gross State Value Added (at current prices) at 86.32 per cent during 2025-26, followed by contribution of secondary sector (12.88 per cent) and primary sector (0.8 per cent).

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Rs 5.3 lakh per capita sounds good on paper, but as a Delhiite, I feel the pinch of high living costs. Rent, school fees, and daily expenses eat up so much. The revenue surplus is positive, but I hope it translates into better public services and tax relief for the middle class.
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Aman W
The improvement in hospital beds and 'good air quality' days is the most crucial part for me. Delhi's air has been a health nightmare. Going from 159 to 200 good days is progress, but we are still far from where we need to be. Keep pushing on the green initiatives!
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Sarah B
Interesting data. The 86% share of the service sector shows Delhi is a true post-industrial economy. However, such a heavy reliance on services can be risky. What about manufacturing and self-reliance? The 4,338 electric buses are fantastic, though. More cities should follow.
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Vikram M
The survey is full of big numbers, but ground reality is different. Yes, 93.5% have piped water, but what about the quality and 24x7 supply? Many colonies still face issues. The growth should be inclusive and reach the last person. The revenue surplus must be used wisely.
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Karthik V
As someone who moved to Delhi for work, the economic opportunities are undeniable. The tax collection growth of 15.5% shows a thriving commercial environment. But the city needs to solve its infrastructure and waste management problems to sustain this growth. Overall, a promising report! 💼

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