We present a plot of GDP per capita in the United States from to . It demonstrates approximately linear growth during this time, with an R2 value of . We do not see evidence to support claims that President Trump significantly impacted economic growth.
Source: The World Bank, Website
Use the buttons below to view data color-coded by president, or by years where GDP per capita is under/over the trendline.
| President | Months Under Trend | Total Months | Percentage Months Under Trend* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obama | |||
| Trump | |||
| * A lower percentage is better | |||