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Bangladesh

BGD Β· South Asia / South Asia

Bangladesh: GDP 9.6K intl$ per capita, population 173.6M, inflation 10.5%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
South Asia
South Asia
Population
173.56M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
147,570 kmΒ²
Capital
Dhaka
ISO 2
BD
ISO 3
BGD
Calling code
+880
Internet TLD
.bd
Government type
parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 25.1%
15-64 years 67.1%
65+ years 7.8%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Bengali (BEN) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Muslim Major 91.0% -
Hindu Minor 8.0% -
Other Minor 1.0% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
173.56M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
1.21%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
1,319.2 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
32.7%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
74.9 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
19.99 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
5.11 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
2.14 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
24.4 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.0%
2023
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
79.0%
2022

Other Demographics

Median age of population
27.9 years
2025

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$2.6K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
10.5%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
3.8%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$2.8K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$450.12B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
4.2%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
9.6K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
31.2%
2003

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
26.8%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
10.5%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
16.3%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
323.0K
2019
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
7.6%
2021
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.3%
2024

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Bangladesh: key facts and economy

Snapshot

  • Inflation (YoY): 10.465748276341%
  • Unemployment: 4.68%
  • Average income (GNI pc): 2820.0 USD

Overview

Short overview will be generated here based on official statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Bangladesh?

According to our data, the average income in Bangladesh is approximately $2,820 (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 Bangladesh in 2024?

The inflation rate in Bangladesh is 10.5% 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 Bangladesh compare to other countries in South Asia?

Bangladesh is located in South Asia 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 Bangladesh compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Bangladesh is located in South Asia, South Asia. 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 Bangladesh'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 Bangladesh'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
BD
ISO 3
BGD
IOC code
BAN
Vehicle code
BD
Latitude
23.71
Longitude
90.41

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