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Pakistan

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

Pakistan: GDP 6.6K intl$ per capita, population 255.2M, inflation 3.5%. 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
255.22M
2025
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Geography and Government

Area
796,095 kmΒ²
Capital
Islamabad
ISO 2
PK
ISO 3
PAK
Calling code
+92
Internet TLD
.pk
Government type
federal parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 34.4%
15-64 years 60.7%
65+ years 4.9%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
English (ENG) Official - -
Urdu (URD) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Muslim Major 96.4% -
Hindu Minor 1.6% -
Christian Minor 1.4% -
Less Than Minor 1.0% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
255.22M
2025
Population growth (annual %)
1.56%
2025
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
321.1 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
39.5%
2025

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
67.8 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
27.41 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
6.45 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
3.55 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
48.2 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.0%
2021
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
58.9%
2021

Other Demographics

Median age of population
22.8 years
2025

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$1.6K
2025
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
3.5%
2025
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
5.4%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$1.5K
2025

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$407.31B
2025
GDP growth (annual %)
3.7%
2025
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
6.6K intl$
2025
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
55.0%
2000

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
27.2%
2025
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
10.0%
2025
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
17.2%
2025

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
966.0K
2012
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.5%
2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Pakistan?

According to our data, the average income in Pakistan is approximately $1,500 (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 Pakistan in 2025?

The inflation rate in Pakistan is 3.5% 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 Pakistan compare to other countries in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Pakistan 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 Pakistan compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Pakistan 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 Pakistan'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 Pakistan'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
PK
ISO 3
PAK
IOC code
PAK
Vehicle code
PK
Latitude
30.52
Longitude
72.80

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