China
China: GDP 27.1K intl$ per capita, population 1.4B, inflation 0.2%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.
Location
Key Facts
Geography and Government
- Area
- 9,706,961 kmΒ²
- Capital
- Beijing
- ISO 2
- CN
- ISO 3
- CHN
- Calling code
- +86
- Internet TLD
- .cn
- Government type
- communist party-led state
Age Structure
Languages
| Language | Type | Share | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese (ZHO) | Official | - | - |
Religions
| Religion | Type | Share | Adherents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | Major | 52.1% | - |
| Folk Religion | Minor | 21.9% | - |
| Buddhist | Minor | 18.2% | - |
| Christian | Minor | 5.1% | - |
| Muslim | Minor | 1.8% | - |
| Other | Minor | 0.7% | - |
| Hindu < | Minor | 0.1% | - |
| Jewish < | Minor | 0.1% | - |
Population & Demographics
Basic Demographics
Health Indicators
Education
Other Demographics
Economy Snapshot
Key Economic Indicators
Macroeconomic Indicators
Trade & External Sector
Other Indicators
Cost of Living
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average income in China?
According to our data, the average income in China is approximately $13,660 (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 China in 2024?
The inflation rate in China is 0.2% 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 China compare to other countries in East Asia and Pacific?
China is located in East Asia and Pacific 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 China compares to neighboring and regional countries.
China is located in East Asia and Pacific, East Asia and Pacific (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 China'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 China'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
- CN
- ISO 3
- CHN
- IOC code
- CHN
- Vehicle code
- RC
- Latitude
- 40.05
- Longitude
- 116.29