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Qatar

QAT Β· Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan

Qatar: GDP 126.0K intl$ per capita, population 2.9M, inflation 1.3%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan
Population
2.86M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
11,586 kmΒ²
Capital
Doha
ISO 2
QA
ISO 3
QAT
Calling code
+974
Internet TLD
.qa
Government type
absolute monarchy

Age Structure

0-14 years 13.1%
15-64 years 85.4%
65+ years 1.5%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Arabic (ARA) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Muslim Major 65.2% -
Hindu Minor 15.9% -
Christian Minor 13.7% -
Buddhist Minor 3.8% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
2.86M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
7.32%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
231.2 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
99.3%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
82.5 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
9.52 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
1.05 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.72 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
4.8 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.6%
2022
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
97.8%
2014

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$76.7K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
1.3%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
0.1%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$77.3K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$219.16B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
2.4%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
126.0K intl$
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
100.2%
2022
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
68.6%
2022
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
31.6%
2022

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
582.0K
2020
Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
58.0
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
0.2%
2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Qatar?

According to our data, the average income in Qatar is approximately $77,290 (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 Qatar in 2024?

The inflation rate in Qatar is 1.3% 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 Qatar compare to other countries in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Qatar 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 Qatar compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Qatar is located in Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan. 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 Qatar'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 Qatar'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
QA
ISO 3
QAT
IOC code
QAT
Vehicle code
Q
Latitude
25.29
Longitude
51.51

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