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Thailand

THA Β· East Asia and Pacific / East Asia and Pacific (excluding high income)

Thailand: GDP 24.7K intl$ per capita, population 71.7M, inflation 1.4%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
East Asia & Pacific
East Asia & Pacific (excluding high income)
Population
71.67M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
513,120 kmΒ²
Capital
Bangkok
ISO 2
TH
ISO 3
THA
Calling code
+66
Internet TLD
.th
Government type
constitutional monarchy

Age Structure

0-14 years 15.8%
15-64 years 69.0%
65+ years 15.1%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Thai (THA) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Buddhist Major 92.5% -
Muslim Minor 5.4% -
Christian Minor 1.2% -
Other Minor 0.9% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
71.67M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
-0.05%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
140.3 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
61.9%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
76.6 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
8.12 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
9.03 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.20 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
7.7 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.1%
2022
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
91.1%
2022

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$7.3K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
1.4%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
0.8%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$7.1K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$526.52B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
2.5%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
24.7K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
62.2%
2024

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
136.7%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
70.0%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
66.7%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
39.92M
2019
Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
36.0
2024
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
15.3%
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
2.7%
2024

Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index
42.0
Est. monthly: $1,470
Rent Index
22.0
Est. rent: $616/mo
Purchasing Power
55.0
(Higher is better)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Thailand?

According to our data, the average income in Thailand is approximately $7,100 (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 Thailand in 2024?

The inflation rate in Thailand is 1.4% 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 Thailand compare to other countries in East Asia and Pacific?

Thailand is located in East Asia and Pacific 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 Thailand compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Thailand is located in East Asia and Pacific, East Asia and Pacific (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 Thailand'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 Thailand'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
TH
ISO 3
THA
IOC code
THA
Vehicle code
T
Latitude
13.73
Longitude
100.52

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