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Estonia

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Estonia: GDP 52.1K intl$ per capita, population 1.4M, inflation 4.8%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Europe & Central Asia
Population
1.37M
2025
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Geography and Government

Area
45,227 kmΒ²
Capital
Tallinn
ISO 2
EE
ISO 3
EST
Calling code
+372
Internet TLD
.ee
Government type
parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 15.2%
15-64 years 62.2%
65+ years 22.6%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Estonian Official 67.2% -
Russian Official 28.5% -
Other Official 3.7% -
Unspecified Official 0.6% -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
None Major 58.4% -
Orthodox Minor 16.5% -
Unspecified Minor 12.9% -
Protestant Minor 9.2% -
Other Minor 3.0% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
1.37M
2025
Population growth (annual %)
-0.43%
2025
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
32.1 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
70.7%
2025

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
79.3 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
7.10 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
11.50 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.18 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
1.5 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.7%
2023
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
99.9%
2011

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$34.4K
2025
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
4.8%
2025
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
8.3%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$32.3K
2025

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$47.03B
2025
GDP growth (annual %)
0.6%
2025
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
52.1K intl$
2025

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
155.8%
2025
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
78.4%
2025
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
77.4%
2025

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
1.70M
2020
Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
76.0
2024
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
22.7%
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
-1.8%
2025

Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index
55.0
Est. monthly: $1,925
Rent Index
28.0
Est. rent: $784/mo
Purchasing Power
75.0
(Higher is better)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Estonia?

According to our data, the average income in Estonia is approximately $32,310 (GNI per capita) as of 2025. 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 Estonia in 2025?

The inflation rate in Estonia is 4.8% as of 2025. 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 Estonia compare to other countries in Europe and Central Asia?

Estonia is located in Europe and Central 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 Estonia compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Estonia is located in Europe and Central 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 Estonia'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 Estonia'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
EE
ISO 3
EST
IOC code
EST
Vehicle code
EST
Latitude
59.44
Longitude
24.76

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