Austria
Country statistics · 1990–present
Austria at a Glance
Austria is home to 9.2 million people as of 2024, with a population that is experiencing natural population decline. At a GDP per capita of $73,929, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 82.0 years, above the global average.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 9.2 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 8.4 and a death rate of 9.6 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at -1.2 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly -11,014 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Austria is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $686 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $73,929 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.1% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 5.2% (2029 IMF projection), indicating moderate unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 82.0 years (2024), above the global average. Current health expenditure per person is $6,739 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 91.9% of the population use the internet (2025), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 98.9% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.