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Afghanistan

AFG Β· Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan / Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (excluding high income)

Afghanistan: GDP 2.2K intl$ per capita, population 43.8M, inflation -6.6%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan
Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan (excluding high income)
Population
43.84M
2025
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Geography and Government

Area
652,230 kmΒ²
Capital
Kabul
ISO 2
AF
ISO 3
AFG
Calling code
+93
Internet TLD
.af
Government type
theocratic; the United States does not recognize the Taliban Government

Age Structure

0-14 years 39.6%
15-64 years 57.5%
65+ years 2.9%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Dari (PRS) Official - -
Pashto (PUS) Official - -
Turkmen (TUK) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Muslim Major 99.7% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
43.84M
2025
Population growth (annual %)
2.77%
2025
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
63.6 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
25.9%
2025

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
66.3 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
35.01 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
5.70 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
4.76 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
48.3 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.3%
2017
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
37.3%
2021

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$417
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
-6.6%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
13.4%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$390
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$17.78B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
1.9%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
2.2K intl$
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
83.8%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
15.7%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
68.1%
2024

Other Indicators

Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
20.0
2024
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
9.9%
2017
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.1%
2021

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Afghanistan: country data and statistics

Afghanistan: key facts and economy

Snapshot

  • Inflation (YoY): -6.6011856407373%
  • Unemployment: 13.295%
  • Average income (GNI pc): n/a

Overview

Short overview will be generated here based on official statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Afghanistan?

According to our data, the average income in Afghanistan is approximately $390 (GNI per capita) as of 2024. This figure represents Gross National Income per capita and provides insight into the economic prosperity and living standards in the country.

What is the inflation rate in Afghanistan in 2024?

The inflation rate in Afghanistan is -6.6% as of 2024. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

How does Afghanistan compare to other countries in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Afghanistan is located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan and can be compared with other countries in the region across various economic and demographic indicators including inflation rates, unemployment, average income, cost of living, population statistics, and life expectancy. Explore our comprehensive inflation comparison, unemployment rankings, cost of living data, population statistics, and life expectancy data to see how Afghanistan compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Afghanistan is located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan, Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (excluding high income). Explore detailed statistics on economy, population, demographics, inflation, unemployment, and cost of living, with up-to-date data from the World Bank, IMF, UN, and other authoritative sources.

Our comprehensive database provides real-time insights into Afghanistan's economic performance and demographic trends, allowing you to compare with other countries and understand global patterns. Access current economic indicators, population statistics, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of Afghanistan's economic and demographic landscape. For detailed economic data, visit our economy page, and for demographic information, explore our population statistics section.

Sources and References

Data sources: World Bank, IMF, UN Data, Transparency International.

All data is compiled from publicly available sources and updated regularly. Economic indicators may vary based on reporting methodologies and data availability periods.

Codes and Abbreviations

ISO 2
AF
ISO 3
AFG
IOC code
AFG
Vehicle code
AFG
Latitude
34.52
Longitude
69.18

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