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Serbia

SRB Β· Europe and Central Asia / Europe and Central Asia (excluding high income)

Serbia: GDP 32.8K intl$ per capita, population 6.6M, inflation 4.7%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Europe & Central Asia
Europe & Central Asia (excluding high income)
Population
6.59M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
77,589 kmΒ²
Capital
Belgrade
ISO 2
RS
ISO 3
SRB
Calling code
+381
Internet TLD
.rs
Government type
parliamentary republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 14.4%
15-64 years 65.6%
65+ years 20.0%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Serbian (SRP) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Serbian Orthodox Major 81.1% -
Unknown Minor 5.3% -
Islam Minor 4.2% -
Catholic Minor 3.9% -
No Response Minor 2.5% -
Atheist Minor 1.1% -
Less Than Minor 1.0% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
6.59M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
-0.56%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
78.8 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
62.4%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
76.0 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
9.20 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
14.90 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.64 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
4.6 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.6%
2024
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
99.3%
2022

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$13.7K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
4.7%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
7.1%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$11.6K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$90.10B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
3.9%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
32.8K intl$
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
111.7%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
53.6%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
58.1%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
446.0K
2020
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
23.9%
2022
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
6.2%
2024

Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index
38.0
Est. monthly: $1,330
Rent Index
18.0
Est. rent: $504/mo
Purchasing Power
55.0
(Higher is better)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Serbia?

According to our data, the average income in Serbia is approximately $11,610 (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 Serbia in 2024?

The inflation rate in Serbia is 4.7% 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 Serbia compare to other countries in Europe and Central Asia?

Serbia 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 Serbia compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Serbia is located in Europe and Central Asia, Europe and Central Asia (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 Serbia'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 Serbia'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
RS
ISO 3
SRB
IOC code
SRB
Vehicle code
SRB
Latitude
44.80
Longitude
20.47

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