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Egypt, Arab Rep.

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

Egypt, Arab Rep.: GDP 19.1K intl$ per capita, population 116.5M, inflation 28.3%. 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
116.54M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
1,002,450 kmΒ²
Capital
Cairo
ISO 2
EG
ISO 3
EGY
Calling code
+2
Internet TLD
.eg

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Arabic (ARA) Official - -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
116.54M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
1.73%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
115.1 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
42.8%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
71.8 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
20.92 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
5.51 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
2.74 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
20.8 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)
79.5%
2022

Other Demographics

Median age of population
24.1 years
2025

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$3.3K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
28.3%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
6.8%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$3.5K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$389.06B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
2.4%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
19.1K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
85.8%
2007

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
39.6%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
16.4%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
23.2%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
13.03M
2019
Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
33.0
2024
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
12.5%
2015
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
12.0%
2024

Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index
28.0
Est. monthly: $980
Rent Index
10.0
Est. rent: $280/mo
Purchasing Power
35.0
(Higher is better)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Egypt, Arab Rep.?

According to our data, the average income in Egypt, Arab Rep. is approximately $3,510 (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 Egypt, Arab Rep. in 2024?

The inflation rate in Egypt, Arab Rep. is 28.3% 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 Egypt, Arab Rep. compare to other countries in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Egypt, Arab Rep. 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 Egypt, Arab Rep. compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Egypt, Arab Rep. 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 Egypt, Arab Rep.'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 Egypt, Arab Rep.'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
EG
ISO 3
EGY
IOC code
EGY
Vehicle code
ET
Latitude
30.10
Longitude
31.25

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