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Bhutan

BTN Β· South Asia / South Asia

Bhutan: GDP 16.2K intl$ per capita, population 791.5K, inflation 2.8%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
South Asia
South Asia
Population
791.5K
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
38,394 kmΒ²
Capital
Thimphu
ISO 2
BT
ISO 3
BTN
Calling code
+975
Internet TLD
.bt
Government type
constitutional monarchy

Age Structure

0-14 years 23.1%
15-64 years 70.2%
65+ years 6.7%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Sharchopkha Official 28.0% -
Other Official 26.0% -
Dzongkha Official 24.0% -
Lhotshamkha Official 22.0% -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Lamaistic Buddhist Major 75.3% -
Indian- And Nepali-Influenced Hinduism Minor 22.1% -
Other Minor 2.6% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
791.5K
2024
Population growth (annual %)
0.65%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
20.6 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
42.6%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
73.3 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
12.53 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
6.07 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.45 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
13.7 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.2%
2017
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
64.9%
2022

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$3.8K
2023
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
2.8%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
3.2%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$3.7K
2023

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$3.01B
2023
GDP growth (annual %)
4.6%
2023
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
16.2K intl$
2023
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
111.0%
2020

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
81.7%
2023
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
28.4%
2023
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
53.3%
2023

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
29.8K
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
12.3%
2020
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.3%
2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Bhutan?

According to our data, the average income in Bhutan is approximately $3,730 (GNI per capita) as of 2023. 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 Bhutan in 2024?

The inflation rate in Bhutan is 2.8% 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 Bhutan compare to other countries in South Asia?

Bhutan 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 Bhutan compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Bhutan 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 Bhutan'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 Bhutan'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
BT
ISO 3
BTN
IOC code
BHU
Vehicle code
BHT
Latitude
27.58
Longitude
89.62

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